General Labor; Shipyard

This role supports high-priority U.S. Navy corrosion mitigation and ship repair projects by performing shipboard preservation work, including painting, surface preparation, and coating application on active naval vessels. You will work in a fast-paced, industrial marine environment on ships, piers, dry docks, and related facilities, directly contributing to fleet sustainment, corrosion control, and composite component installation. The position offers immediate engagement on a large-scale Navy initiative with the opportunity to build specialized skills in marine coatings, ship systems maintenance, and industrial preservation practices.

• Perform shipboard painting, touch‑ups, and preservation on a variety of structures and components.
• Carry out sanding, grinding, chipping, masking, and other surface preparation tasks to ensure proper coating adhesion.
• Assist senior technicians with coating application, including primers, topcoats, and preservation materials.
• Handle materials, tools, and equipment safely and efficiently in shipboard and shipyard environments.
• Apply coatings and preservation materials inside ship tanks, bilges, voids, and other confined compartments.
• Conduct cleaning and post‑application cleanup to maintain safe and orderly work spaces.
• Use tools such as needle guns, grinders, and other pneumatic or electric equipment to remove coatings and prepare surfaces.
• Work aboard ships, piers, dry docks, and industrial marine facilities while following strict safety protocols and NAVSEA standards.
• Operate JLG manlifts or forklifts if qualified and assigned, to access work areas or move materials.
• Support corrosion mitigation, composite installation, and ship systems repair activities as directed by supervisors and technicians.
• Follow confined space entry procedures and tank preservation practices when working in restricted areas.
• Adhere to project schedules and complete assignments on time in a high‑tempo, project‑driven environment.
• Comply with all base access, security, and DBIDS requirements while working on Navy installations.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates, and support staff to coordinate tasks and resolve issues.
• Maintain strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability to support ongoing project needs.

• Shipboard painting experience, with 2+ years of shipboard paint experience preferred.
• Proficiency in marine painting and paint preparation, including sanding, grinding, masking, and cleaning.
• Experience performing preservation, coating, sanding, and prepping work on Navy vessels or similar marine platforms.
• Ability to apply coatings, primers, and preservation materials inside ship tanks, bilges, voids, and other compartments.
• Understanding of marine coating processes, including surface preparation, grinding, sanding, masking, and cleanup activities.
• Experience with needle gunning and other coating removal methods in marine or industrial environments.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and in industrial marine environments.
• Capability to lift 50+ pounds, stand for extended periods, and operate basic pneumatic and electric tools.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and weekends as required by project schedules.
• Strong attendance, communication, and follow‑through, demonstrating a reliable work ethic.

• Prior shipyard, ship repair, or industrial/manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with marine coatings, including understanding temperatures, cure times, and mixing procedures.
• Familiarity with confined space entry procedures and tank preservation practices.
• Experience with blasting or ultra‑high‑pressure water jetting for coating removal or surface…