Sprayer

ARMADA INC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Sprayer

REPORTS TO: Foreman, Superintendent

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

FT / PT STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Shipyard(s) & Customer Facilities

SUMMARY

Use marine coating systems application techniques and equipment to professionally pressure interior and exterior Navy Vessel surfaces.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Paint parts, equipment, interior and exterior of the ship and in protected laydown areas.
• Utilize correct mix ratios in accordance with NAVSEA and manufacturer approved standards.
• Wipe down and treat surface with applicable solutions.
• Mix and match colors of paint, epoxy, urethane, and enamels.
• Apply coating system to specifications
• Operate spray painting equipment and/or brushes or rolls.
• Masks, removes, covers, or otherwise protects furniture, hardware, trim, and other nonpainted surfaces.
• Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent
• Complies with chemical and waste storage and disposal regulations and best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES

• Knowledge in HLVP, Spray Painting and Airless
• Knowledge of spoxies and UHS Coatings
• Knowledge of surface preparation tehnciques
• Ability to troubleshoot spray equipment
• Ability to estimate and check mil thickness being applied
• Knowledge of storage and disposal regulations and best practices
• Basic understanding of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Formal or informal on the job training
• C-12 or C-14 Certification
• 2+ years of experience in the application of coatings in the marine industry
• OSHA 10 Maritime Standards (Company may provide)

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, heights, confined spaces, precarious places, proximity to other employees.
• Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50+ pounds (50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently, 10 lbs constantly)
• Lifting includes from floor to waist, waist to shoulder, waist to overhead
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• May be required to wear a respirator
• Some travel may be required

EQUIPMENT USED

• Putty knife, utility knife, adjustable wrence, screwdriver, tape measure, wire cutters, pliers, flashlight, tool bag, scraper, masking tape, spray hose, paint brushes

*This is a general list and is not all inclusive.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

• Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions