Marine Painter-Shipyard

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Long-Term Assignments

Referral Bonuses

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Avail Staffing is seeking experienced Marine Brush & Roll Painters to apply coatings on naval, commercial, and government vessels in shipyard environments. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour, with field assessment to determine potential pay increases.

Candidates with Fast-Clad experience will take priority. Responsibilities include surface prep, coating application, and inspection of finished work, all while following OSHA and NAVSEA safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of marine painting experience.
• Experience applying coatings with brushes and rollers.
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques and coating application procedures.
• Ability to read work instructions and paint specifications.
• Familiarity with marine coatings including epoxies, zinc primers, and urethanes is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions, confined spaces, and elevated work areas.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Apply marine coatings using brush and roller techniques on naval, commercial, and government vessels.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, scraping, wire brushing, and solvent wiping.
• Apply primers, epoxies, urethanes, and other marine coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Mix paints and coatings to proper ratios and maintain material consistency.
• Mask and protect surrounding equipment and surfaces before painting.
• Inspect finished work to ensure proper coverage, appearance, and coating thickness.
• Maintain clean work areas and properly store painting materials and equipment.
• Follow all OSHA, NAVSEA, and company safety procedures.
• Work in tanks, voids, confined spaces, and at heights as required.

Skills

Marine painting

Brush & roller application

Safety procedures

Reading specs

Attention to detail

Stamina

Tools

Paint brushes

Rollers

Job description

Build Your Career in the Shipyard Industry

At Avail Staffing, we know quality coatings protect the vessels that keep America moving. We're looking for experienced Marine Brush & Roll Painters who take pride in producing clean, professional finishes while working safely in a fast-paced shipyard environment. If you're dependable, safety-conscious, and ready to grow with a team that values hard work and craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you. Starting pay is $17.00/hr. Field assessment given to determine increased pay rate. Candidates with Fast-Clad experience will take priority.

Responsibilities

• Apply marine coatings using brush and roller techniques on naval, commercial, and government vessels.


• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, scraping, wire brushing, and solvent wiping.


• Apply primers, epoxies, urethanes, and other marine coatings according to manufacturer specifications.


• Mix paints and coatings to proper ratios and maintain material consistency.


• Mask and protect surrounding equipment and surfaces before painting.


• Inspect finished work to ensure proper coverage, appearance, and coating thickness.


• Maintain clean work areas and properly store painting materials and equipment.


• Follow all OSHA, NAVSEA, and company safety procedures.


• Work in tanks, voids, confined spaces, and at heights as required.


• Perform other related duties assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of marine painting experience.


• Experience applying coatings with brushes and rollers.


• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques and coating application procedures.


• Ability to read work instructions and paint specifications.


• Familiarity with marine coatings including epoxies, zinc primers, and urethanes is preferred.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.


• Comfortable working in various weather conditions, confined spaces, and elevated work areas.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Shipyard or Navy vessel experience


• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification


• Experience working to NAVSEA Standard Items

Why Work with Avail Staffing?

• Competitive Pay


• Weekly Pay


• Overtime Opportunities


• Long-Term Assignments


• Referral Bonuses


• Career Growth Opportunities


• Supportive Recruiters Who Put People First

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