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Prepares and paints ship surfaces using industrial tools and techniques.

Salary Range

$40,000 – $61,000/year

Daily Pay Range

$170 – $220/day

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Key Responsibilities

• Prep metal surfaces via blasting
  
• Apply coatings and paints
  
• Maintain spray/blasting tools
  
• Follow safety for confined space, heights, and hazardous materials

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Marine coatings training or apprenticeship
  
• Certifications: OSHA, confined space, respirator fit test, SSPC/NACE
  
• Strong physical condition and mechanical skills

Career Outlook

• Consistent demand in shipyards and industrial settings
  
• Can advance to foreman or coatings inspector

Typical Day

• Safety briefing, surface prep, coating, cleanup, quality checks