Marine Sandblaster/Painter

Job Description
Position Summary
Painters are responsible for mixing and applying paint to various surfaces using paint techniques and tools to complete paint projects.

Key Responsibilities & Functional Knowledge
This list is representative of the key areas of responsibility and functional knowledge required of a third class mechanic-painter in the Paint Shop. A third class mechanic must demonstrate a developing knowledge of the skills, functional knowledge and abilities required to perform tasks in these and related areas of responsibility.

Developing knowledge means that the mechanic understands how to perform tasks in these categories (including, but not limited to, the specific tasks identified below) and is able to complete them with minimal assistance. This also means that the mechanic has the necessary level of knowledge of the equipment, protective gear, and machinery required to complete these tasks. In some cases, as specified, the third class mechanic is expected to assist, rather than completing the task independently.

• General
  • Possess brush and roll painting skills
  • Perform a layout on a job
• Mastics and Caulk Application
  • Understand the uses for mastics
  • Prepare and apply mastics whether in putty or liquid form
  • Caulk small jobs independently
• Cut Lines and Figures
  • Cut lines for painting
  • Measure the square footage for painting
  • Follow the directions outlined in the sketch
  • Execute the job with direction
• Power Tool Surface Prep
  • Use the needle gun, deck crawler and power tool (pneumatic or electric) for surface prep
  • Remove existing coating systems
  • Sand an area to prep for painting
  • Know surface prep standards
• Must be working towards completing one or more of the following training:
  • Quality critical activities (Strippers and Painting training)
  • PCMS Tile-Maintenance and Installation Cert for Paint
• Mechanical
  • Knowledge of testing valves on a machine to ensure that it is operational

Secondary skills that are preferred but not required:

• Spray Airless Painting
  • Working to complete the spray application training
  • Know how to operate the spray pump
  • Know the differences and how to operate Conventional Airless and Plural Component Airless spray pumps

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum Relevant Experience: 2 to 4 yrs.
Must be able to obtain a government access badge.

Practical Theory Requirements
A third class mechanic must demonstrate a developing understanding of job sighting and ability to proactively manage tasks.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend simple instructions
• Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
• Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure
• Must be able to wear applicable PPE (Hard hat, safety goggles, gloves, steel toes shoes, ear protection, Tyvek suits, respirators, etc.
• This job description does not include all activities, duties or responsibilities required for this position. The key duties, responsibilities and requirements identified in this description are subject to modification by the Company (in consultation with the Union, as appropriate) at any time.
  

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred minimum relevant experience: 3 to 5 yrs.

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.