Bottom Boat Painter

Flyhopco LLC•Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bottom Painter is a position responsible for applying paint coatings on various marine vessels utilizing specialized equipment, including spray equipment, or by hand.

Requirements

2-3 years of experience with sanding, painting, and applying coatings on various metal surfaces is preferred
Strong work ethic and organizational skills
Good communication skills
Reliable and punctual
Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team

Responsibilities

Prepare boat bottoms by scraping, sanding, grinding, taping, and cleaning
Apply multiple coats of epoxy primer, anti-fouling paints, propspeed, etc.
Assist with cleaning, hauling, rigging, and launching vessels
Training provided to further skills for rigging and preventative maintenance on fleet vessels
Prepping, sanding, bagging, and protecting areas to always acquire a professional finish
Proper storage and disposal of Hazardous Materials (i.e., Solvents, Paint & Paint related waste)
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers
Maintain company equipment to ensure good working order; report any issues to the appropriate manager
Follow safety rules, applicable laws, and regulations
Must be able to wear a respirator and other proper protective gear as needed
Work and collaborate with other departments in the yard to ensure the projects are done on time and correctly
Able to work overtime/weekends as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager