Marine Painter: Precision Surface Prep & Coatings

Seager-Mechanical-Systems; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Seager-Mechanical-Systems is seeking an experienced Marine Powertool/Painter to prepare, paint, and maintain marine vessels and related structures. The role focuses on surface preparation, primer application, and protective coatings to achieve a high-quality finish while meeting safety and environmental requirements.

The candidate will work on shipyards and onboard vessels, performing surface prep, coatings, and touch-ups with attention to accuracy and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience as marine/industrial/shipyard painter or similar preferred.
• Knowledge of marine coatings, primers, paints, and surface-prep techniques.
• Ability to operate painting and surface-preparation equipment.
• Ability to read and follow product specifications and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vessel surfaces by sanding, grinding, scraping, blasting, and cleaning.
• Apply primers, paints, anti-fouling coatings, protective coatings, and marine finishes.
• Perform brush, roller, and spray painting as required.
• Inspect surfaces for corrosion, damage, peeling, and other defects before painting.
• Mix and apply coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Protect surrounding equipment and areas from overspray and paint contamination.

Skills

Surface preparation

Detail oriented

Read product specifications

Safety compliance

Tools

Painting equipment

Job description

Seager-Mechanical-Systems is seeking an experienced Marine Powertool/Painter to prepare, paint, and maintain marine vessels and related structures. The role focuses on surface preparation, primer application, and protective coatings to achieve a high-quality finish while meeting safety and environmental requirements.

The candidate will work on shipyards and onboard vessels, performing surface prep, coatings, and touch-ups with attention to accuracy and safety.