Blaster​/Painter Foreman

Job Title: Blaster/Painter Foreman
Location: Fourchon, LA
Position Overview: A Blaster/Painter Foreman is responsible for directing his/her workforce in the successful implementation of craft-specific activities as it relates to associated shipbuilding and/or repair functions.

• Directs and coordinates related craft activities.
• Develops, reviews, and maintains construction plans, schedules, budgets and other essential records.
• Can read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and other technical guidance documentation.
• Ensures material and labor resources necessary to accomplish tasks are readily available.
• Maintains work schedules; works overtime as needed to minimize project delay.
• Meets with other members of production management to coordinate craft efforts.
• Optimizes efforts to produce a high-quality work product consistent with Company standards.
• Trains and motivates workforce to result in high levels of productivity.
• Addresses daily personnel, equipment and facility issues; develops viable solutions and remedial actions.
• Delegates work as required to maintain level workloads.
• Must be able to work in confined/enclosed spaces.
• Must be able to work/climb in elevations greater than 5’.
• Must be able to wear/work a respirator when applicable.

• Five (5) years shipbuilding/repair or three (3) years of continuous Company experience in a similar position preferred.

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of craft-specific processes and techniques.
• Well-organized supervisor with directly applicable experience in resource planning and scheduling.
• Works well with other craft supervisors.
• Exhibits high energy levels and maintains a good attitude.
• Able to perform labor estimates and develop associated manpower schedules.
• Familiar with standard marine practice and general specifications for construction/repair.
• Has good general knowledge of shipbuilding/repair activities.

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.