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Avail Staffing Company

Shipyard Painter (Brush and Roll) 001

Avail Staffing Company, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500

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Job Overview

Avail is seeking skilled and detail-oriented

ShipyardPainters

to join our team. This role is crucial inmaintaining and restoring naval and commercial vessels, ensuring they meetstrict industry and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have experiencein surface preparation, painting, and corrosion control within a shipyard orindustrial setting. MUST HAVE CURRENT DBIDS IN HAND FOR NAVAL STATION NORFOLK (NOB).

Key Responsibilities Surface Preparation:

Use needle guns, grinders, sandblasters, and other tools to remove rust, old paint, and debris from ship surfaces. Painting & Coating:

Apply primers, sealants, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment. Corrosion Control:

Identify and treat areas affected by corrosion, ensuring long-term durability and compliance with industry standards. Equipment & Material Handling:

Properly mix and apply paints and coatings while maintaining and cleaning tools and workspaces. Safety & Compliance:

Follow strict shipyard safety protocols, including proper PPE use and adherence to OSHA, NAVSEA, and maritime regulations. Requirements & Qualifications

Previous experience as a

shipyard painter

preferred. Ability to

operate power tools, needle guns, and grinders

efficiently. Knowledge of

surface preparation techniques, coating applications, and corrosion prevention methods . Physical ability to lift

50+ lbs., work in confined spaces, and stand for extended periods . Current

DBIDS credentials

for access to naval and military facilities. OSHA 10 certification. Why Join Us?

Competitive Pay

$17 per hour based on experience Opportunities for Advancement

in shipyard painting and preservation trades. Hands-On Training & Development

for career growth. Work in a Dynamic Environment

contributing to vital naval and commercial vessel maintenance.

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your shipyardcareer and become part of a dedicated team keeping our fleets mission-ready.

Avail Staffing Company is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status