J4 Painter with C/12 or C/14 certification
Must be able to access all Navy installations and other shipyards by obtaining DBIDS and NAVSEA badges
Expert knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32 preservation requirements
Expert knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-06 housekeeping requirements
Expert knowledge of SSPC surface preparation standards and coating application requirements
Expert knowledge of marine coating systems including epoxy, enamel, nonskid, specialty coatings, and preservation systems
Expert knowledge of coating compatibility, environmental limitations, curing requirements, induction times, and recoat windows
Knowledge of quality assurance requirements, preservation checkpoints, and inspection processes
Knowledge of environmental compliance requirements, NESHAP requirements, and preservation documentation
Knowledge of work package requirements, specifications, and customer preservation standards
Knowledge of shipboard preservation planning and execution
Skill in performing advanced surface preparation and coating application activities
Skill in advanced spray application techniques and preservation system installation
Skill in setting up preservation operations, equipment, and work areas
Skill in troubleshooting coating application issues, equipment malfunctions, and preservation defects
Skill in measuring, evaluating and documenting environmental conditions, wet film thickness (WTF) and dry film thickness (DFT)
Skill in reviewing preservation requirements and ensuring compliance with specifications
Skill in coordinating preservation activities across multiple work areas
Ability to independently plan, organize, and execute complex preservation work
Ability to service as technical resource and subject matter expert (SME) for preservation operations
Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex preservation-related issues
Ability to oversee preservation activities and ensure compliance with quality requirements
Ability to provide technical leadership and work direction to junior personnel
Ability to coordinate preservation activities with production, quality assurance, customer representatives, and other trades
Ability to evaluate work quality and recommend corrective actions when necessary
Ability to work safely in all shipboard and industrial environments
Demonstrated mastery of journeyman level 3 painter duties and responsibilities or equivalent senior-level marine preservation experience
Must maintain required respiratory protection qualifications
Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment up to 25 pounds
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
Ability to work in confined spaces and shipboard compartments
Ability to stand, bend, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment including respirators.
Ability to work overtime, shifts and varying schedules as needed
Must pass drug screening, background check and physical agility test
Must obtain and maintain required badges and clearance (NAVSEA and DBIDS)