Marine Painter

Flyhopco LLC•Fort Lauderdale, FL

3d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Technician is responsible for preparing and applying paint and finish coatings to vessels, equipment, and facilities. Performs surface preparation, uses spray and hand tools, mixes materials, and follows all safety, EPA, and OSHA standards to deliver high-quality finishes.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years experience as a finish painter preferred

Nice To Haves

Communication
Attention to detail
Forward thinking
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Prep and apply primers and top coats as needed to areas of vessels as instructed
Prep for paint jobs by completing tasks including covering and protection, tent building, and cleaning and hard sanding surfaces
Learn the processes of varnish preparation and application of finish products, including on teak surfaces
Learn the process and paint application process and mixing instructions of all paint and primer products along with fairing compounds
Prepares wood, fiberglass, and metal surfaces for painting, and paints parts, equipment, interiors, and exteriors of ships, boats, and shipyard and marina buildings, using brushes, spray guns, and rollers
Mixes solvents according to formula, and immerses parts in solution or washes surfaces to remove grease, rust, scale, and dirt
Smooths wooden and plaster surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, and sanding machines
Washes and treats surfaces with oil, turpentine, and other preparations
Apply filler material into various surfaces to prepare for painting
Mixes and matches colors of paint, varnish, stain, and shellac
Operates spray painting equipment or brushes or rolls paint on surfaces
Sands surfaces between coats and polishes final coat to specified finish
Cutting stencils and brush or spray lettering and decorations on surfaces
Abides by EPA and OSHA standards regarding the proper protocol of the cleaning and disposing of waste products or material
Wear personal protective equipment – dust masks, eye protection, ear plugs, paint suits, paint hoods, and respirators, etc.
Performs all work in accordance with established plans, specifications, schedules, and standards of quality and safety
Stocks and assists in maintaining inventory of shop supplies, materials, tools and equipment
Maintains clean, orderly and safe work areas; properly maintains assigned equipment and tools
Documents work performed daily
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, etc.
Following company, industry and best practices regarding safety standards (safe equipment usage, personal protective equipment, reporting)