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3rd Class Brush & Roll Painter

MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC • Newport News, VA • 19h ago

Position: Marine Painter 3rd Class Painter Helper / laborer

Job Type: Full-time

Reports to: Painting Contract Supervisor

Location: Newport News, VA (Huntington Ingalls Shipyard)

We currently have openings for First Shift and Second Shift

Mills Marine

A growing ship repair company focused on repairing and building ships to support the Military's Mission. We are committed to providing Safe, Quality and Process Driven services for our customers in the ship new construction and repair.

Position Summary

Entry and development classification responsible for the labor-intensive preparation and support work required for shipboard preservation. This is where brush-and-roll painting, basic trade knowledge, and CVN ship knowledge are learned.

What will you Do?

Report on time with required PPE and ready to work.

Follow direction from the Lead, Foreman, First-Class, or Second-Class Painter.

Learn to locate spaces using compartment numbers, decks, frames, access routes, and posted shipboard information.

Wrap and mask machinery, piping, valves, cables, electrical equipment, lights, labels, identification plates, deck coverings, ventilation openings, and completed surfaces.

Build, maintain, repair, and remove containment using approved materials.

Manually move paint, thinner, pumps, hoses, tools, ventilation equipment, lighting, ladders, consumables, and waste.

Stage materials without blocking access, firefighting equipment, passageways, or emergency egress.

Scrape loose or defective coatings, sand and feather edges, perform approved cleaning and surface preparation, wipe down and vacuum surfaces, and remove chips, dust, debris, and spent material.

Support Pump Operators and Sprayers with hose movement, material staging, equipment setup, and cleanup.

Maintain continuous housekeeping and protect completed work.

BRUSH-AND-ROLL DEVELOPMENT:

Learn proper use of brushes, rollers, extension handles, containers, and mixing tools.

Qualifications

Ability to read and write effectively.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Minimum of 6 months in a laborer, warehouse, or field working position

Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Lift and carry up to 60 pounds.

Ability to work in confined spaces.

Continuous visual awareness and mental focus.

Ability to work 8-12-hour shifts.

Availability to work 5-7 days per week, including overtime as needed.

Employment Requirements

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.

Required physical examination and respirator fit testing.

Subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Background check, including verification of the past seven years of employment history.

Benefits

At Mills Marine, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience, along with industry-leading benefits that support you and your family.

Benefits Include

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid vacation accrual

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and accidental death insurance

Optional life and disability insurance

Legal Resource Benefit

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Full-time, long-term employment opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mills Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) Certified Employer is proud to be a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer committed to hiring talented individuals who value safety, teamwork, and excellence. If you're dependable, safety-focused, and ready to work in a fast-paced shipyard environment, we encourage you to apply.

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