Marine Paint/Coatings Technician - Level 2

All American Marine•Bellingham, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join All American Marine as a Full-Time Marine Paint/Coatings Technician and immerse yourself in an engaging and dynamic work environment. Located onsite in beautiful Bellingham, Washington, this role offers you the chance to apply your skills in a setting focused on high performance and professional development. At All American Marine, we value innovation and integrity, allowing you to thrive as you contribute to exciting marine projects. With competitive pay ranging from $24/hr to $32/hr based on your skill level and experience, you will be rewarded for your expertise. This position allows you to work closely with a dedicated team committed to excellence in the skilled labor and trades industry. For over 30 years, All American Marine (AAM) has set the standard in custom aluminum vessel manufacturing, delivering innovative marine solutions tailored to meet the most demanding needs. Located in the maritime hub of Bellingham, WA, AAM specializes in designing and building advanced, fuel-efficient boats for commercial, research, and passenger transportation. As a Marine Paint/Coatings Technician at All American Marine, you can expect to engage in a variety of tasks daily. Your responsibilities will include preparing surfaces for painting, applying coatings in accordance with established protocols, and ensuring quality control throughout the process. You will work closely with experienced team members to learn the best practices in marine coatings and always adhere to safety regulations. Your schedule will typically be from Monday to Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with adjustments to a swing shift depending on project needs. Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to adjust to irregular shift times or work weekends to meet deadlines. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience while becoming part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in marine craftsmanship.

Requirements

Preferred experience in prepping and painting boats or automotive surfaces
Basic understanding of nautical vessel terminology
Knowledge of mixing epoxies and polyurethanes
Proficiency in detailed masking
Proficiency in hand sanding and operating orbital sanders
Understanding of sandblasting processes to maintain a uniform blast profile
Knowledge of how to ventilate enclosed spaces for epoxy applications safely
Understanding and compliance with respirator usage and cartridge requirements
Strong time management skills
Good people skills

Responsibilities

Preparing surfaces for painting
Applying coatings in accordance with established protocols
Ensuring quality control throughout the process
Working closely with experienced team members to learn the best practices in marine coatings
Adhering to safety regulations
Maintaining and cleaning spray equipment to prevent damage to spray guns/airless pumps
Maintaining a clean work environment