Tactical Military Equipment Painter

Vision Point Systems, Inc.•Kaneohe, HI

3d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is searching for a skilled Tactical Military Equipment Painter to add to our staff at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Painting military and applicable support equipment in support of the United States Marine Corps Corrosion Prevention and Control program. Assessing equipment prior to recoating and determine the best way to complete the job, using and working with many different painting tools and requirements, including paint guns, brushes, rollers, and dry and wet film gauges. Proficiently perform surface preparation to include equipment wash procedures to remove dirt, grease, and other contaminants. Remove old layers of coatings from different types of surfaces with sand blasting and hand/power tool sanding without damaging the substrate. Use specialized knowledge to determine the best types of coatings and coating techniques to use on a specific job. Ensure that all safety standards are maintained throughout each job. Operate forklifts when required, after proper training and certification. Keep work area organized. Ensure a safe working environment by conforming to all safety guidelines including, but not limited to, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment. Positive, willingness to learn and participate in a government ran environment to reach a common goal. Must be able to gain DBIDS/CAC access to military base.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED.
1+ years of experience in applicable field.
Specialized knowledge of painting and coating techniques and tools.
Physically able to remain standing for the majority of shift.
Knowledge of manufacturing repair/refinishing processes.
Experience with surface preparation for automobiles and/or military equipment.
Experience painting automobiles and/or military equipment.
Ability to use selected vendor materials and general supplies efficiently and cost effectively.
Must be efficient with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Formal training in industrial painting preferred.
Experience with primers, flat paints, and autobody repair (body putty application) preferred.
OSHA Safety Certificate
Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Prep Course, (CAS) Level 1 Exam, (CAS) Level 2 Certification
Industrial Security Professional Certification (ISP)
Forklift Certification

Responsibilities

Painting military and applicable support equipment in support of the United States Marine Corps Corrosion Prevention and Control program.
Assessing equipment prior to recoating and determine the best way to complete the job, using and working with many different painting tools and requirements, including paint guns, brushes, rollers, and dry and wet film gauges.
Proficiently perform surface preparation to include equipment wash procedures to remove dirt, grease, and other contaminants.
Remove old layers of coatings from different types of surfaces with sand blasting and hand/power tool sanding without damaging the substrate.
Use specialized knowledge to determine the best types of coatings and coating techniques to use on a specific job.
Ensure that all safety standards are maintained throughout each job.
Prepare paints, thinners, dryers, etc. and clean/maintain spray painting equipment.
Operate forklifts when required, after proper training and certification.
Keep work area organized.
Ensure a safe working environment by conforming to all safety guidelines including, but not limited to, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment.
Participate in a government ran environment to reach a common goal.
Gain DBIDS/CAC access to military base.