Marine Painter

Marine Painter

This position is located On-site in Portland, CT

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform sandblasting, painting, and other coating applications. Coating applications will be to MIL thickness specifications
• Test, record and understand all pertinent information regarding the coating application process
• Plan details of working procedures to accomplish task and plan out tool, material, and personnel requirements.
• Perform all functions in a careful and safe manner while always keeping an eye out for others in the area.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and organized. Ensure proper adherence to environmental requirements when performing the sandblasting or application process.
• Perform tasks on time and under budget.
• Perform other company duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Skills / Experience:

• Minimum of 1 years' experience as a spray, brush, and roller painter, of epoxy and non-epoxy coatings in the marine/yacht, aviation, or automotive industries
• Must work well in a team environment
• Must be able to perform basic tasks with hand tools; Must be able to use, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment and power tools
• Ability to read blueprints, and drawings for tasks specific to a job
• Ability to follow directions and work independently
• Experience working with vinyl application preferred
• Experience laying out non-skid decking
• Experience Caulking and finishing e.g. Sika wiping
• Experience in working in a physically demanding environment, confined spaces, working at heights, and usage of respiratory protective equipment (respirator fit test and safety training required)
• Familiarity with a variety of sandblasting media and coating application materials
• Willingness to be cross trained in other marine crafts activities
• Confidentiality, tact, and discretion when dealing with people
• Detail oriented while able to continuously improve efficiency
• Reliability; Positive attitude; Desire for self-improvement

Birdon offers a full benefits package including:

Health/Dental/Vision

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees.

Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights. The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company's written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing hr@birdon.us. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact hr@birdon.us for further assistance.