Painter/Blaster

Painter/Blaster – Pascagoula, MS

$34.00/hr + $147.04/day Per Diem (Qualified Travelers) | 12-Month Contract | Full Time | Immediate Start

About the Role

Join a dynamic team at a leading shipyard in Pascagoula, MS, where your expertise as a Painter/Blaster will directly support marine and shipbuilding operations. This role offers hands-on experience in a high-demand industry, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on critical projects that shape the future of maritime engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting using approved industrial equipment and techniques

• Prepare metal surfaces through sanding, grinding, masking, and cleaning for optimal coating adhesion

• Apply marine and industrial coatings with advanced spray equipment to meet quality and thickness specifications

• Inspect blast profiles and coating coverage to ensure compliance with project requirements

• Identify and correct surface defects, ensuring finished work meets stringent shipyard standards

• Set up, operate, and maintain blasting and painting equipment, including air hoses and spray systems

• Maintain tools and workspace in top condition, adhering to safety protocols and production schedules

• Work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and in varying weather conditions while wearing required PPE

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of recent experience as a Painter/Blaster in marine or industrial settings

• Proficient in abrasive blasting, marine coatings, surface prep, and airless spray application

• Experienced in reading and following technical work instructions and specifications

• Demonstrated ability to measure coating thickness and repair surface defects

• Capable of physically demanding shipyard work, including lifting, climbing, and extended shifts

Preferred Skills

• Experience with industrial painting in confined spaces

• Skilled in operating power tools and rust machines

• Familiarity with coating thickness measurement using mil gauge

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay rate with generous daily per diem for travelers

• Long-term contract with full-time hours and potential for career advancement

• Exposure to large-scale, high-profile marine and shipbuilding projects

• Work in a supportive, safety-focused industrial environment with opportunities to expand your technical skillset

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your painting and blasting career? Submit your updated resume and confirm your qualifications today for immediate consideration. Pre-employment physical exam, hair follicle drug screen, background check, and shipyard credentialing required.

Candidate Insights

This role offers the rare combination of competitive compensation, job stability, and the chance to work on vital projects in a world-class shipyard. Ideal for skilled Painter/Blasters seeking a challenging, rewarding environment with real impact and growth potential.

You should be proficient in:

• Abrasive Blasting
• Confined Space Work
• Industrial Painting
• Marine Painting