Shipyard Production Worker

About the role

The Shipyard Production Worker participates in abrasive and non-abrasive removal of coatings systems and paint from surfaces as directed using power and non-powered hand tools; cleans work areas as needed and directed to always maintain a safe work area; prepares work areas prior to work, and breaks down set-ups after work is completed. Perform duties as Fire Watch person during hot work operations to ensure safe work at all times and takes action to prevent fires during spark-producing or other hot work operations. Assists in the application of new coatings systems and paint through the use of paint brushes, rollers, and other hand-held equipment used during recoating of systems ready for application to surfaces. Assists in the setting up and breaking down of all equipment in use during operations in the shipyard environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare job work sites and work with other team members to achieve daily team goals.
• Absorb spray painters, blasters, and other team members in pulling lines before, during, and after operations.
• Clean tanks and other spaces as directed using methods prescribed by supervisor including manually by hand, or using other debris removal equipment such as vacuum systems.
• Operate pneumatic, electric, and other powered and non-powered hand tools.
• Mix paints as directed.
• Paint surfaces using approved methods.
• Move materials, supplies, tools, and equipment manually or using dollies, hand trucks, carts, and other material-handling equipment.
• Dispose of empty paint and solvent cans according to safety standards.
• Properly store and take appropriate precautions for paint and solvents as directed by supervisor.
• Monitor hot work operations and maintain compliance with all hot work permit requirements.
• Keep work areas clear of combustible materials, obstacles, and other hazards.
• Identify fire hazards and proactively respond to unsafe conditions.
• Attempt to extinguish fires in the incipient stage using approved firefighting equipment.
• Alert personnel and facility staff when a fire exceeds the incipient stage and requires emergency response.
• Sort and grade materials, scrap, and salvageable items.
• Set up equipment as directed and break down equipment as directed.
• Clean and maintain all work areas in clean, neat, orderly fashion.
• Clean and maintain equipment in clean, neat, and orderly fashion.
• Remove trash and debris and collect reusable scrap materials.
• Remove and install, as prescribed, items such as zinc anodes, lead, or other materials as prescribed.
• Assist in the removal and installation of cables aboard vessels, following steps as directed to ensure safe installation of cables without damaging cables.
• Work with both hand and power tools used in basic carpentry.
• Incidental operation of support material-handling equipment including forklifts.
• Containment assemble/disassemble.
• May assist teams applying other applications to steel work.
• Assist Structural trades personnel during metal work, welding, or other related activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Attributes

• Ability and willingness to learn skills and trade-related tasks.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work safely in a variety of industrial environments while performing tasks.
• Knowledge of proper use of cleaning chemicals, agents, and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and material-handling equipment.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year of maritime, industrial, cleaning, or labor experience preferred.

OSHA-10 Certification

• Required or obtainable through company training.

Forklift Certification

• Company may provide.

Firewatch Certification

• Required or obtainable through company training.

Reasonable Accommodations

• Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

About the Organization

IMIA, LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full-time workforce that ensures a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion. IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD Accident, Critical Illness, 401k. Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program. Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

EEO Statement

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.