Mech Tech A3: Surface Prep & Coating Specialist

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is seeking a full-time painter at Goose Creek, SC. You will prepare surfaces for painting, wash, strip and mask, and apply conversion coats to components of naval ships.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and multiple years of related experience; Apprentice graduates or an Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline with experience may be considered. We offer comprehensive benefits and a stable career with a leading shipbuilder.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years related experience.
• Apprentice graduate/ Associate's Degree in relevant discipline with 3 years related experience.
• Certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for painting by washing, stripping and masking.
• Cleans interior and exterior and performs basic brush, dip and spray stripper operations.
• Makes and applies conversion coat to details, assemblies and the entire structure.

Skills

Paint prep

Chemical handling

Safety compliance

Brush application

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is seeking a full-time painter at Goose Creek, SC. You will prepare surfaces for painting, wash, strip and mask, and apply conversion coats to components of naval ships.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and multiple years of related experience; Apprentice graduates or an Associate's Degree in a relevant discipline with experience may be considered. We offer comprehensive benefits and a stable career with a leading shipbuilder.