Marine Sandblaster / Painter

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces for painting and protective coatings by sanding, scuffing, scraping, wire brushing, grinding, stripping, or abrasive blasting.
  
• Perform sandblasting operations to remove rust, corrosion, old coatings, marine growth, and other contaminants from metal and structural surfaces.
  
• Apply primers, sealers, paints, stains, varnishes, enamels, epoxies, and specialty marine coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
  
• Prepare bare wood, metal, and other substrates for finish coats by applying appropriate primers and sealers.
  
• Protect surrounding equipment and surfaces using masking materials, drop cloths, plastic sheeting, and tape.
  
• Fill cracks, holes, joints, and surface imperfections using caulk, putty, plaster, or other approved fillers.
  
• Remove and reinstall fixtures, hardware, switch covers, lighting components, and similar items as required to complete painting activities.
  
• Smooth finished surfaces using sandpaper, steel wool, scrapers, brushes, or power sanding equipment to achieve required finish quality.
  
• Waterproof structures and surfaces using approved waterproofing membranes, sealants, and caulking materials.
  
• Read and interpret work orders, technical drawings, specifications, and supervisor instructions to determine project requirements.
  
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and coating specifications.
  
• Safely erect and work from ladders, scaffolding, staging, and elevated work platforms when required.
  
• Operate and maintain painting, blasting, and surface preparation equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and safety procedures.
  
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while complying with all environmental, health, and safety regulations.
  
• Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment and follow hazardous material handling procedures.
  
• Support vessel maintenance, repair, and preservation activities as assigned.
  
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in paint preparation, abrasive blasting, sanding, scuffing, painting, or a related field.
  
• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Experience operating painting and surface preparation equipment.
  
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
  
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
  
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
  
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
  
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
  
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce
  
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. Valid country driver’s license. and passport.
  
• Knowledge of marine surface preparation, corrosion control, and protective coating systems.
  
• Experience preparing and painting marine vessels, industrial equipment, buildings, and structural components.
  
• Knowledge of abrasive blasting techniques and coating application standards.
  
• Ability to recognize occupational hazards associated with painting and blasting operations and implement appropriate safety precautions.
  
• Experience working independently with sound judgement and decision making skills.