Marine Painter — Hull Coatings Specialist

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K company match

On-site health center

Employee discounts

Job summary

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a qualified Marine Painter with 3+ years of hands-on painting experience in a naval environment. You will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, mask areas, and ensure proper curing under strict safety standards.

Responsibilities include interpreting paint schedules, calculating surface areas, estimating material needs, and performing final quality checks. Must pass background and drug screens and be able to work in confined spaces and at heights.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be able to pass physical agility test.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Must be able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces.
• Must be willing to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces and mask unpainted areas.
• Sandblast and apply marine coating systems.
• Select coating methods and ensure proper curing conditions.
• Interpret paint schedules, calculate surface areas and material requirements.
• Perform quality inspections of coatings.

Job description

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking a qualified Marine Painter with 3+ years of hands-on painting experience in a naval environment. You will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, mask areas, and ensure proper curing under strict safety standards.

Responsibilities include interpreting paint schedules, calculating surface areas, estimating material needs, and performing final quality checks. Must pass background and drug screens and be able to work in confined spaces and at heights.