The Bottom Painter is a position responsible for applying paint coatings on various marine vessels utilizing specialized equipment, including spray equipment, or by hand. Job Responsibilities • Prepare boat bottoms by scraping, sanding, grinding, taping, and cleaning • Apply multiple coats of epoxy primer, anti-fouling paints, propspeed, etc. • Assist with cleaning, hauling, rigging, and launching vessels • Training provided to further skills for rigging and preventative maintenance on fleet vessels • Prepping, sanding, bagging, and protecting areas to always acquire a professional finish • Proper storage and disposal of Hazardous Materials (i.e., Solvents, Paint & Paint related waste) • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers • Maintain company equipment to ensure good working order; report any issues to the appropriate manager • Follow safety rules, applicable laws, and regulations • Must be able to wear a respirator and other proper protective gear as needed • Work and collaborate with other departments in the yard to ensure the projects are done on time and correctly • Able to work overtime/weekends as needed • Perform other duties as assigned by the manager Qualifications • 2-3 years of experience with sanding, painting, and applying coatings on various metal surfaces is preferred • Strong work ethic and organizational skills • Good communication skills • Reliable and punctual • Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team Required Competencies • Cooperation • Communication • Ability to Learn • Flexibility Schedule • 7 am - 6:30 pm (varies depending on available work) • Overtime opportunities Physical Demands and Work Environment • Requires climbing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting • Requires the ability to use speech, vision and hearing • Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations • Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds • Exposure to changes in temperature and humidity • Work is performed outside in the elements, on and around water The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bradford Marine participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Please visit e-verify.gov to learn more. Bradford Marine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For more information, please visit eeoc.gov to learn more.