1st Class Corrosion Control Technician (Job ID: 928)
1st Class Corrosion Control Technician (Job ID: 928)
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25-07-2025
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Job Description
1st Class Corrosion Control Technician
Purpose:
Colonnas Shipyard is seeking 1st Class Corrosion Control Technicians to support day shift operations in our Shipyard in Norfolk VA.
Job Description:
- Prepare all types of surfaces for preservation.
- Mix and apply epoxy and enamel paints.
- Read job specifications and complete the job accordingly.
- Complete work within the requirements of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32.
- Remove old paint and debris from all types of substrates by scraping chipping and sanding.
- Operate; 3000 to 5000PSI Pressure Washers and wash surfaces to remove grease rust scale and dirt.
- Operate 40000PSI Ultra-High Pressure Water Jetting equipment.
- Mix Solvents and Coatings accurately to formula.
- Apply coatings in accordance with specifications and good marine practice.
- Brush and roll painting to pass all inspection processes.
- Exercise proper procedures for; painting in confined spaces
- Supervise and train when applicable department employees and/or other assigned crew members.
- Control costs in assigned area of responsibility.
- Complete tasks with little to no supervision
- Other duties may be assigned as workload requirements dictate.
- Surface preparation and coating application in accordance with SSPC-SP-1 SP-2 SP-3 SP-5 SP-6 SP-10 SP-11 and SP-12.
- Surface Preparation to include:
- Solvent Cleaning; hand tool cleaning; power tool cleaning; abrasive blasting; ultra-high-pressure water-jetting
- Coatings Application:
- Mixing of coatings to proper ratio
- Brush & Roll paint application to required film thickness.
- Masking and protection of surrounding and adjacent areas
- Application of coatings using airless spray equipment
- Environmental Protection:
- Install & Maintain containment for all fugitive emissions (Includes: Wash Water Paint Overspray Abrasive Blasting Dust etc.)
- Equipment; Set-up Operation and Breakdown:
- Pressure washer (3500-5000 PSI)
- Abrasive blasting pots
- Airless spray paint pumps
- 40000 PSI UHP Blast Equipment
- Inspection and Testing on:
- Wet Film Thickness readings
- Surface Preparation Inspections using appropriate calibrated equipment.
- Coatings Inspections using appropriate calibrated equipment.
- Surface Preparation to include:
Qualifications:
- Must have at least seven (7) years experience with accomplishing Corrosion Control and Preservation in the Marine Industry.
- Must have basic levels of mathematical reading writing and communication skills necessary to successfully accomplish the job description skills and ability requirements as outlined above.
- Must have visual acuity necessary and appropriate to perform all job duties and requirements as listed.
- Must have auditory acuity capable of hearing a forklift back-up alarm moving vehicle horns or other safety alarms and warning signals.
- Must be able to work all shifts overtime and weekends.
- Must have regular reliable attendance.
- Must have at least one of the following of the following certifications:
- C-13 Ultra-High-Pressure Water-Jetter Certification
- C-12 (Airless Spray Applicator)
- C-7 (Abrasive Blaster) Certification
Desired Qualifications:
- Eligible for DBIDS would be a plus.
- Coatings Application Specialist Level II Certification preferred.
- Prior experience supporting Colonnas Shipyard its division and affiliates with corrosion control efforts is highly preferred.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10% or less.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.
- Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.
- May ride ships at sea for extended periods
- Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
- Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
- Employee is required to operate trucks forklifts & man-lifts.
- While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.
- Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
- Frequent use of respirator.
- Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding cutting or working with molten metal.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
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