MARINE PAINTER/BLASTER JOURNEYMAN NBB

About the role

We are seeking an Experienced Journeyman Marine Painter/Blaster to join our dynamic team at Nichols Brothers Boat Builders. This position involves surface preparation and painting of marine vessels, including interior and exterior tanks, engine rooms, and other areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties associated with abrasive blasting operations for surface preparation of marine vessels.
• Prepare coating materials by blasting, cleaning, preparing, masking, and mixing in various additives.
• Apply paint free of discontinuities such as holidays, runs, and drips.
• Measure for, cut, and install needed insulation materials (taping and covering).
• Measure, cut, and apply vinyl stickers to hull and assemblies as required.
• Work as a member of a team, demonstrating skills to effectively communicate, adapt, interpret, and problem solve.
• Always embrace ESR safety culture and practice safe shipyard work practices and housekeeping.
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with fellow crew members and supervisors.
• Share your knowledge in the trade with other employees, especially those in learning or apprentice roles.
• Perform other tasks as needed that may arise in our exciting start-up work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a Marine Painter.
• Awareness of and respect for regulatory standards (SOLIS, ABS, and PSPC).
• Basic math skills.
• Respect for environmental stewardship in use, storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of shipyard safety practices.
• High School Education or equivalent or relevant vocational education.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to express ideas concisely and clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work overtime or shift work as necessary.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights of 60 ft.
• Ability to enter confined spaces using a respirator, and work in small workspaces at odd angles.

Additional Things That Would Distinguish You

• Certification as a C-12 air sprayer and C-14 airless sprayer (NACE/NBPI; SSPC standards).
• Certification as a C-7 blaster (NACE/NBPI; SSPC standards).
• Experience and knowledge of epoxies.
• Basic Welding Skills (Stick welding).
• Knowledge or experience using fibrous protective coverings (for insulation work).
• Previous experience in a shipyard (new construction or repair).
• Certification or skills and experience in driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklift or manlifts.
• Knowledge or experience using fibrous protective coverings (for insulation work).
• Interest in and aptitude for taking on future crew leadership roles.

Benefits

• 401k with company matching.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Dental insurance.
• Group Life Insurance with Optional supplemental life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid time off.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Culture of Learning

Nichols Bros. Boat Builders offers State-Certified Apprenticeship Programs as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.