Naval Shipyard Abrasive Blaster – Secret Clearance

CTR Group; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CTR Group is hiring 50 experienced abrasive blasters for a long-term project at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. The role is on-site with an ASAP start, requiring a Secret clearance and C7 certification preferred.

Candidates should have at least 2 years in shipyard or marine blasting and be mobilizable to Kittery within 2–3 weeks. Base pay is $28.00/hr plus $5.09/hr Health & Welfare, with a long-term contract opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of abrasive blasting experience in a shipyard, ship repair, naval, or marine environment.
• C7 certification preferred; CTR may provide training/certification for otherwise qualified candidates.
• Must be able to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting and surface preparation on naval vessels and shipboard components.
• Remove paint, rust, corrosion, scale, and other contaminants to prepare surfaces for coating applications.
• Operate abrasive blasting equipment and related tools in accordance with procedures.
• Inspect surfaces before and after blasting to ensure proper preparation.
• Follow shipyard safety, environmental, and project-specific procedures.

Skills

Abrasive blasting

Shipyard workflow

Safety procedures

Job description

CTR Group is hiring 50 experienced abrasive blasters for a long-term project at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. The role is on-site with an ASAP start, requiring a Secret clearance and C7 certification preferred.

Candidates should have at least 2 years in shipyard or marine blasting and be mobilizable to Kittery within 2–3 weeks. Base pay is $28.00/hr plus $5.09/hr Health & Welfare, with a long-term contract opportunity.