Sprayer

IMIA, LLC; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness

401(k)

Job summary

IMIA, LLC seeks skilled marine coating technicians to professionally paint Navy vessel interiors and exteriors at Shipyard sites and customer facilities. You will apply coatings per NAVSEA standards, mix paints, operate spray equipment, and protect nonpainted areas, with attention to safety and regulatory compliance.

Candidates should have 2+ years in marine coatings, NAVSEA knowledge, and certifications (C-12/C-14). OSHA 10 Maritime may be provided; travel to yards may be required.

Qualifications

• Formal or informal on the job training.
• Certification in C-12 or C-14 for marine coatings.
• OSHA 10 Maritime Standards may be provided by the company.
• Minimum 2+ years of coating application experience in marine environments.

Responsibilities

• Paint parts and ship interiors/exteriors per NAVSEA standards.
• Mix and apply coatings, epoxies, urethanes, and enamels.
• Operate spray equipment or brushes and rollers.
• Masks and protects nonpainted surfaces.
• Ensure compliance with chemical storage and disposal regulations.
• Handle surface prep and thickness checks as required.

Skills

HLVP spray painting

Surface preparation

Equipment troubleshooting

Mil-thickness estimation

NAVSEA compliance

Education

C-12 Certification

C-14 Certification

OSHA 10 Maritime Standards

Tools

Spray painting equipment

Masking tools

Job description

FT / PT STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Shipyard(s) & Customer Facilities

Summary
Use marine coating systems application techniques and equipment to professionally paint interior and exterior Navy Vessel surfaces.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Paint parts, equipment, interior and exterior of the ship and in protected laydown areas.
• Utilize correct mix ratios in accordance with NAVSEA and manufacturer approved standards.
• Wipe down and treat surface with applicable solutions.
• Mix and match colors of paint, epoxy, urethane, and enamels.
• Apply coating system to specifications
• Operate spray painting equipment and/or brushes or rolls.
• Masks, removes, covers, or otherwise protects furniture, hardware, trim, and other nonpainted surfaces.
• Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent
• Complies with chemical and waste storage and disposal regulations and best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Attributes

• Knowledge in HLVP, Spray Painting and Airless
• Knowledge of spoxies and UHS Coatings
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques
• Ability to troubleshoot spray equipment
• Ability to estimate and check mil thickness being applied
• Knowledge of storage and disposal regulations and best practices
• Basic understanding of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32

Education And Experience

• Formal or informal on the job training
• C-12 or C-14 Certification
• 2+ years of experience in the application of coatings in the marine industry
• OSHA 10 Maritime Standards (Company may provide)

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, heights, confined spaces, precarious places, proximity to other employees.
• Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50+ pounds (50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently, 10 lbs constantly)
• Lifting includes from floor to waist, waist to shoulder, waist to overhead
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• May be required to wear a respirator
• Some travel may be required

EQUIPMENT USED

• Putty knife, utility knife, adjustable wrench, screwdriver, tape measure, wire cutters, pliers, flashlight, tool bag, scraper, masking tape, spray hose, paint brushes
• This is a general list and is not all inclusive.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

• Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

IMIA, LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures that a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion.

Benefit Package

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k

Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program.

Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.