Marine Painter I/Coatings Technician

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc; Allanton (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled marine painter to prepare wood, metal, and fiberglass surfaces and paint ship components and company facilities.

The role requires 3–5 years of marine painting experience and a high school diploma or GED, with knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations. Responsibilities include surface preparation, paint mixing, equipment operation, and maintaining a safe, clean work area.

Qualifications

• Education/ Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalence plus three to five years of marine painting experience desired.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of ship terminology, safety, and OSHA regulations desired.
• Knowledge of hazardous material transport and storage requirements desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting; mix solvents according to formula.
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, and rust using abrasives, solvents, brushes, etc.
• Protect surfaces not to be painted with masking tape or other materials.
• Operate painting or sandblasting equipment to apply coatings or prepare surfaces.
• Paint areas inaccessible to spray gun using brush or roller.
• Maintain a clean work area, tools, and equipment.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Common sense

Math skills

Safety consciousness

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray guns

Brushes

Rollers

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled marine painter to prepare wood, metal, and fiberglass surfaces and paint ship components and company facilities.

The role requires 3–5 years of marine painting experience and a high school diploma or GED, with knowledge of safety and OSHA regulations. Responsibilities include surface preparation, paint mixing, equipment operation, and maintaining a safe, clean work area.