Craft and Technical Solutions (CTS) is an established marine and industrial staffing company with offices nationwide. We are currently seeking experienced Brush & Roll Painters for a marine project in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.
Job Description
The Marine Painter will be responsible for surface preparation, coating application, preservation, and touch-up work in a shipyard environment.
Responsibilities
- Read and comprehend work instructions, drawings, specifications, and general correspondence.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of ship terminology and compartment location nomenclature.
- Understand the preservation process and complete quality work safely and on schedule.
- Mix preservation materials according to Material Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Perform masking and taping to protect surrounding areas from overspray or other collateral damage.
- Inspect completed preservation work and perform touch-up work as needed.
- Safely operate hand and power tools associated with the painting and preservation trade.
- Scrape, sand, needle-gun, and otherwise prepare surfaces to remove old paint, rust, and contaminants.
- Apply coatings using brushes, rollers, conventional spray equipment, and airless spray equipment.
- Operate and troubleshoot abrasive blasting and painting equipment.
- Maintain working knowledge of various industrial and marine coating systems.
- Work safely in tight, confined, elevated, and difficult-to-access areas.
- Follow all required safety procedures and properly use PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, goggles, respirators, safety harnesses, safety lines, flotation gear, and other required equipment.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment while meeting production and quality requirements.
Preferred Skills
- C7 abrasive blasting experience.
- C12 spray application experience.
- C14 industrial coating systems experience.
- Previous commercial, industrial, or maritime painting experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred/required.
- Minimum 1-3 years of commercial, industrial, or maritime experience.
- Experience in shipyard, marine, or industrial painting and preservation.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and blueprints.
- Knowledge of marine safety regulations and procedures.
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions.
- Willingness to work day or night shifts based on shipyard needs.
- Must be physically and medically capable of wearing all required PPE.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must be able to work in person at the job site.
Benefits
CTS offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Life / Voluntary AD&D
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- 401(k)
Safety & Career Development
Safety and responsible work practices are paramount at CTS and are woven into everything we do. We are committed to employee safety and development, environmental protection, and supporting the communities where we operate.
We are ready to be a partner in your career success!
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Craft and Technical Solutions requires all applicants to complete an online application before they can be further considered for this position.
CTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer - AA/M/F/Vet/Disability
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Job Title: Marine Brush & Roll Painter
Location: Sturgeon Bay, WI