Industrial Painter

Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp•Salisbury, MD

2d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Chesapeake Shipbuilding is seeking a motivated Industrial Painter to join its shipyard team. The role is responsible for surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and applying protective marine coatings on new-construction vessels. Successful candidates demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and production goals in a fast-paced industrial marine environment. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. The painter performs painting labor in support of cruise-ship construction, working safely and efficiently with a strong focus on production. The role reports to the Shipyard Superintendent, On-Site Foreman, or Supervisor.

Requirements

One to two years of industrial, marine, construction, or related painting experience.
Familiarity with abrasive blasting and protective coating systems.
Knowledge of surface preparation standards and coating application techniques.
Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and coating equipment.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Excellent judgment and attention to detail.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to perform the physical movements required for the essential functions, including using upper and lower extremities; working outdoors in heat, inclement weather, and cold; crawling, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and bending around and under equipment; working on ladders, stairs, and scaffolds; passing through small accesses; and entering tanks and confined spaces through hatches and manholes.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and traverse uneven terrain, including loose-pack gravel.
Ability to safely wear and use required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection and other task- or area-specific PPE. Employees wearing tight-fitting respiratory protection must maintain facial hair so it does not interfere with the respirator's sealing surface or fit.
Ability to understand and follow directions, with normal visual acuity and hearing.

Responsibilities

Listen to, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Prepare surfaces and apply primers, intermediate coats, and finish coats, including zinc and epoxy primers, epoxy and urethane intermediate coats, and urethane and antifouling finish coats.
Operate, inspect, clean, and maintain painting and blasting equipment, including blast pots, hoses and nozzles, air compressors, spray pumps, spray hoses, guns, and tips.
Verify coating thickness and coverage in accordance with specifications.
Perform touch-up and repair painting as required.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Follow directions from supervisors and foremen and practice proper safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned to support operational requirements.

Benefits

Competitive pay of $21.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience.
$1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time positions, paid in two installments after 60 and 180 days of continuous employment.
$500 employee referral bonus for each referred candidate who is hired.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life coverage available for employees and families; full-time employees become eligible the first day of the month following their start date.
Company-paid $20,000 AD&D life insurance and short-term disability coverage for full-time employees.
Health Savings Account available for eligible employees.
401(k) with a 5% company match, available to full-time and part-time employees.
Six company-paid holidays each year.
Paid sick and vacation time: 80 hours during the first year, 96 hours after one year, 144 hours after five years, and 168 hours after ten years.
Career growth opportunities within the department or across the shipyard.
Overtime opportunities for hours worked beyond 40 per week.