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Job Description SOUTH BAY SANDBLASTING & TANK CLEANING, INC. located in Norfolk, Virginia shipyard related subcontractor looking to hire a Painter for our Nonskid Department. Job Summary Under general supervision, a Painter will perform routine and preventive maintenance painting duties, and a full range of specialized painting projects including, painting large structures in severe environment; performs inspections, clean ups, storage, and disposal of paint products; and operates various tools and equipment. May be required to perform additional duties as deems necessary by the Production manager for the completion of the job in a safe and timely manner. Must be in Norfolk, Virginia, we are not looking to relocate candidates at this time. Responsibilities: Prepare a variety of routine and preventive maintenance painting duties Prepare and paint a variety of surfaces including, aluminum, ferrous metal, interior shop coat metal, uncoated metal, accessories, and other surfaces as specified; protect and prime surfaces as appropriate; apply finish coating to our standards Correct work as directed, any imperfections in the finish Clean up work areas, equipment, supplies and materials; apply standard safety practices and procedures Use proper PPE Effectively using heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment Implement and follow the company's safety, quality, and environmental policies Travel flexibility between VA and CA. Qualifications: Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines Attentive to detail and alert always to ensure safety Able to receive, and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers Excellent Verbal and written communication skills Ability to safely operate various vehicles and equipment Previous experience, especially in particular industry, 3 years preferred SSPC C12 or C14 Certification Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED, B.A., Technical/Vocational trade school, or apprenticeship Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Work is conducted indoors and outdoors frequently exposed to prevailing weather conditions. Work indoor or aboard vessel which may have fumes, chemicals, and heat as well as noise and dust present depending upon the location of work. Safety equipment required. The individual must be able to frequently climb inclined stairways and vertical. Work aboard the vessels can be strenuous and sometimes hazardous. Dynamic, fast-paced outdoor setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other requirements: All positions require a pre-employment medical test. This employer participates in E-Verify. Must be able to qualify for DBIDS security clearance. Ability to read technical English is a must. U.S. Citizenship is preferred (for some work locations it is required). Must be authorized to work in the U.S. To respond to this ad, you: MUST provide us with a resume If all requirements listed above are not provided your application will not be considered. Please respond to this ad on our website: https://sbsbtc.applicantpro.com/jobs/ Women, veterans, and their spouses are encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA M/F D/V Job Type: Full-time

Category: Marine Painter

Information
NOTE: The following description is a GENERAL Overview of this career and not a description of a particular job posting.

Marine Painters are skilled in the craft of covering various vessel surfaces, both interior and exterior, with protective coatings using brushes, spray guns, and rollers. Many kinds of paints/coatings are used as protection of steel, wood, fiberglass, and other surfaces from rust and corrosion, and protection of the underwater portion of vessels against the attachment of marine life. Painters must know the proper surface preparations, the best coating to use for each purpose and the accepted application techniques to obtain the desired results.

A Marine painter's typical duties include:
- Preparing the surface (by sanding, blasting, cleaning, etc.)
- Removing old coatings using chemicals
- Applying primers and finish coats
- Providing quality wood finishing
- Tinting paints
- Spray painting (indoors and outdoors)
- Sign work ( such as cutting stencils, hand lettering, silk screen lettering, etc.)
- Poster work (design and lay out)
- Graining, marbling, and flocking
- Gold and aluminum leaf application
- Estimating the quantity and type of coating needed, and the required amount of labor for each task

Marine Painters must also be familiar with, and trained in, the proper use of respiratory protection equipment such as respirators and other breathing devices.
Education
Typically, Marine Painting careers require a high school diploma.
Qualifications
Typically, the ideal Marine Painting candidate will posses:
- Previous job experience, particularly in a maritime setting
- Basic trade knowledge, such as the use of job related tools and equipment
- A strong work ethic (flexible, reliable, and punctual)