Position: 1st Class Painter / Blaster
Job Location: Pascagoula, MS
Trade Team Branch: Mobile, AL
Rate of Pay: $34.00 per hour, depending on level of experience / Per diem available for those who qualify
Duration: Initially 1 year
DESCRIPTION:
Trade Team USA is seeking experienced 1st Class Painter/Blasters for long-term shipyard opportunities in Pascagoula, MS.
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of Painter/Blaster experience and be proficient in marine surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and marine coating applications.
Painters/Blasters are responsible for performing blasting and painting utilizing marine coatings in accordance with specified contract requirements. Candidates must understand applicable blasting and painting specifications, including blast profiles, coating thickness/millage requirements, surface preparation, and proper coating application.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of 3+ years of Painter/Blaster experience required.
Must be able to perform required abrasive blasting functions and applications.
Must have hands-on experience with marine coating applications.
Must understand applicable blasting and painting specifications.
Must understand blast profile requirements.
Must understand applicable coating thickness/millage requirements.
Must be able to identify and correct blasting and painting deficiencies according to contract specifications.
Must be able to properly set up and operate blasting equipment.
Must be able to demonstrate proper use of each component of the blasting equipment.
Must be able to sandblast according to applicable requirements.
Must be able to properly connect airlines to the manifold.
Must be able to perform spray-painting applications in multiple directions and positions.
Must follow all applicable shipyard safety, quality, environmental, and production procedures.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Perform abrasive blasting and surface preparation on marine and shipboard surfaces.
Perform painting and coating applications using approved marine coatings.
Prepare surfaces according to applicable contract specifications.
Achieve required blast profiles prior to coating application.
Apply coatings according to specified thickness and millage requirements.
Identify blasting, surface-preparation, and coating deficiencies.
Correct deficiencies according to applicable specifications and instructions.
Set up, inspect, and safely operate blasting equipment.
Connect blasting airlines to applicable manifolds and equipment.
Properly operate and utilize each component of abrasive blasting equipment.
Perform sandblasting on structural and shipboard surfaces.
Set up and operate applicable spray-painting equipment.
Perform spray applications:
o Horizontally
o Vertically
o Side-to-side
Maintain proper spray patterns and coating application techniques.
Follow contract specifications and supervisor instructions for blasting and painting operations.
Maintain a safe and organized work area.
Properly use required PPE and respiratory protection.
Perform additional Painter/Blaster duties as required by project and production needs.
PAINTER / BLASTER TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to properly set up and operate blasting and painting equipment.
Testing will include:
Properly hooking up airlines to the manifold.
Demonstrating knowledge of blasting equipment and its individual components.
Demonstrating the ability to properly sandblast.
Demonstrating proper use of blasting equipment.
Performing spray applications:
o Horizontal
o Vertical
o Side-to-side
Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate both their practical skills and understanding of proper blasting and coating application techniques.
IMPORTANT: Do not submit candidates based solely on general painting experience. Candidates must have documented blasting experience and be capable of performing the required blasting and spray-painting assessment.
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Trade Team USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
