Marine Painter Job at B&D Contracting, New Orleans, LA

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  • B&D Contracting
  • New Orleans, LA

Job Description

Job Title: Marine Painter (Yacht Finishing)

Location: New Orleans, LA

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced  Marine Painter to join our team in  New Orleans, Louisiana . This position involves preparing and applying high-quality marine coatings to  finished yachts and marine vessels to protect surfaces from corrosion and environmental damage while delivering a professional final finish.

The ideal candidate will have experience with  Awlgrip paint systems and be skilled in  final finish yacht painting . Responsibilities include surface preparation such as sanding, blasting, and priming, as well as applying marine-grade coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of marine coatings, and the ability to work safely in  shipyards, dry docks, and onboard vessels .

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare metal or fiberglass surfaces by  cleaning, sanding, blasting, and priming .
  • Mix and apply  marine-grade coatings, paints, and sealants .
  • Apply coatings using  spray equipment, brushes, and rollers .
  • Perform  final finish painting on yachts and high-end marine vessels .
  • Ensure proper coating thickness, finish quality, and adherence to specifications.
  • Follow  safety procedures and environmental regulations when handling paints and chemicals.
  • Maintain high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.
  • Work effectively in shipyards, dry docks, and onboard marine vessels.

Must Have

  • Experience as a  Marine Painter or marine coating applicator.
  • Hands-on experience with Awlgrip paint systems .
  • Experience performing  final finish painting on yachts or high-end vessels .
  • Ability to prepare surfaces including  sanding, blasting, and priming .
  • Experience using  spray guns and marine painting equipment .
  • Ability to work in  physically demanding conditions and marine environments.

Preferred

  • Experience working in  shipyards, yacht repair facilities, or dry docks .
  • Knowledge of  marine coating systems and corrosion protection .
  • Experience with  high-gloss marine finishing techniques .
  • Familiarity with  environmental and safety regulations related to marine coatings .
  • Ability to read  coating specifications or work instructions .

Work Environment

  • Shipyards, dry docks, and marine repair facilities.
  • Work performed  outdoors or onboard vessels .
  • Exposure to  marine coatings, chemicals, and industrial equipment .

Schedule

  • Full-Time Position

AI Screening Questions

  1. How many years of experience do you have working as a Marine Painter or Industrial Painter?
  2. Do you have hands-on experience applying Awlgrip paint systems?
  3. Have you performed final finish painting on yachts or high-end marine vessels?
  4. What surface preparation methods do you have experience with (sanding, blasting, priming)?
  5. Are you experienced using spray equipment for marine coatings and high-gloss finishes?
  6. Are you comfortable working in shipyards, dry docks, and onboard vessels in physically demanding conditions?

Job Tags

Full time

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