Blaster​/Painter

Tampa Ship is currently taking applications for a full-time Blaster/Painter.

• - Abrasively blast surfaces of metal or hard composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt to achieve a specified finish.
• - Apply paint or similar coatings by spraying, brushing, or rolling onto surfaces.
• - Blast surfaces in enclosed and open areas using proper protective clothing and equipment.
• - Mix paint components and thin them to achieve the proper consistency and color according to specifications.
• - Lay out and paint insignias, symbols, designs, or other markings according to specifications, as needed.

• - Knowledge of the shipyard environment, with at least four years of experience in blasting and painting.
• - Knowledge of setting up ventilators, exhaust units, and ladders prior to painting.
• - Ability to operate equipment valves to regulate the pressure and composition of abrasive material flowing through the nozzle.
• - Experience examining finished parts to ensure conformance to specifications.
• - Ability to mask specified areas of objects to protect them from blasting when necessary.

The Edison Chouest Offshore family of companies is committed to ensuring all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. We are dedicated to ensuring all employees are treated with the utmost level of respect as we believe this is the strongest foundation to build upon to foster an environment where employees feel comfortable handling their assignments, sharing their ideas, and pointing out opportunities for improvement.