Industrial Marine Painter​/Blaster

Overview

Marine and Shipbuilders CMAW Local 506 is currently accepting applications for Painter/Blasters to join the team supporting major government shipbuilding projects in North Vancouver.

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to Canada's shipbuilding revitalization and secure long-term, stable employment.

Painter/Blasters play a critical role in preparing and coating ship surfaces to meet industry and client standards. You will utilize a range of mechanical tools, blasting techniques, and marine coating systems in a fast-paced and safety-focused shipyard environment.

• Apply coatings using conventional, airless, and plural spray systems
• Operate equipment such as blast pots, spray guns, and sandblasting tools
• Maintain consistent paint thickness using spray, brush, and roller techniques
• Apply epoxy, polyurethane, and high-solids coatings
• Understand and apply wet and dry blast methods
• Mix paints according to manufacturer specifications
• Operate and maintain spray equipment, including troubleshooting
• Mask surfaces to protect areas from overspray
• Read and interpret MSDS, blueprints, and drawings
• Comply with environmental and industry standards for coating and disposal
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent vocational training
• Minimum 2 years of coatings experience in shipbuilding or heavy industry
• Familiarity with industrial high-performance coatings (preferred)
• Understanding of modern shipbuilding processes and terminology (an asset)
• Ability to read engineering/masking drawings and specifications (an asset)
• Knowledge of SSPC/NACE coating standards (preferred)
• Strong English communication skills – verbal and written
• Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively in a team

• $54.95/hour – Starting wage for sprayers and blasters
• Double time for all overtime hours
• Excellent health, welfare, and pension benefits after 480 hours
• Union position with Marine and Shipbuilders CMAW Local 506

• Do not apply if you do not meet the required experience or qualifications.
• Applications for other trades or positions will not be considered.