Painter 1/Class

Fairlead Precision Manufacturing & Integration, Llc; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairlead Precision Manufacturing & Integration, Llc is seeking an experienced marine preservation professional in Newport News, Virginia. The role involves operating pressure washers, preparing surfaces for preservation, and applying various coatings.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in the marine preservation industry and hold a valid C12 or C14 certification. The position requires reliable transportation and attendance, and involves both independent work and collaboration with a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the marine preservation industry.
• Possess a valid C12 or C14 certification.
• Reliable transportation and attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Operate 3K-5K PSI pressure washers.
• Prepare all types of surfaces for preservation.
• Mix coatings according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Control costs in the assigned area.

Skills

Knowledge of various SSPC surface preparation standards

Knowledge of OSHA Shipyard industry standards

Advanced knowledge of mixing and application of coatings

Advanced knowledge of preservation tools and equipment

Advanced safety knowledge, including PPE selection

Tools

Scraper

Flashlight

Flat head screwdriver

Utility knife

Job description

Category

Skilled Trades

Basic Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate 3K-5K PSI pressure washers.
• Prepare all types of surfaces for preservation.
• Proper mixing of various coatings to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Brushing, Rolling, and/or Spraying of various coatings.
• Operate airless and/or plural airless spray equipment.
• Complete tasks with little or no supervision.
• Follow and act on instructions/tasks given.
• Work independently to accomplish tasks.
• Work with others, as a team, to accomplish tasks.
• Control costs in their assigned area of responsibility.
• Work in various environments, including but not limited to confined spaces, elevated staging, & manlifts

Experience & Skill

• Knowledge of the various SSPC surface preparation standards.
• Knowledge of OSHA Shipyard industry standards.
• Advanced knowledge of the mixing and application of various coatings.
• Advanced knowledge of the set-up, operation, & troubleshooting of the various preservation tools and equipment.
• Advanced safety knowledge to include proper PPE selection, the safe handling, use, disposal, and storage of coatings, confined space entry, Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of NAVSEA, USCG, & Dept. of the Army preservation requirements.
• Knowledge of various inspection/checkpoint requirements.
• Knowledge of manufacturer’s product data sheets and SDS.
• Knowledge of DEQ & EPA requirements.
• Knowledge of work specifications.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the marine preservation industry.
• Possess a valid C12 or C14 certification.
• Reliable transportation and attendance.
• Local travel as needed.

Required tools

• Scraper
• Flashlight
• Flat head screwdriver
• Utility knife

Fairlead Integrated, LLC. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employ Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers (Minority / Female / Disability / Veterans).