Senior Marine Painter 3/C | Shipyard Painting Expert

Eastern Shipbuilding; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Shipbuilding in Panama City, FL is seeking a Painter 3/C to prepare wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces and paint ship components, interiors and exteriors, under general supervision. The job emphasizes safety compliance, ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays, and accurate color matching.

You will assist with site preparation, apply coatings with brushes or spray, mix paints, mask areas, and maintain tools and a clean workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and diagrams.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and OSHA guidelines desirable.
• Ability to identify color differences and match paints accurately.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces for painting.
• Paint surfaces of ships and equipment (interiors and exteriors).
• Mask areas to protect non-painted surfaces.
• Mix paints and maintain proper paint preparation.
• Maintain clean work area and tools; assist with material handling.
• Work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Color vision

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

Eastern Shipbuilding in Panama City, FL is seeking a Painter 3/C to prepare wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces and paint ship components, interiors and exteriors, under general supervision. The job emphasizes safety compliance, ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays, and accurate color matching.

You will assist with site preparation, apply coatings with brushes or spray, mix paints, mask areas, and maintain tools and a clean workspace.