Job Description

Bracewell Marine

is one of the leading marine service shipyards in British Columbia. We proudly repair, repower, and build marine vessels such as fishboats, tugboats, other commercial vessels, and private yachts up to 130 feet and 220 tons. Operating in the Shelter Island Marina in Richmond, BC, we are part of the extensive BC marine industry supporting the 4th largest port in North America and the logging, fishing, tourism, and pleasure craft markets.

We are looking for an experienced Paint/Blast Team Lead

to join our shipyard's diverse team of painters, sandblasters, welder/fabricators, mechanics, machinists, and woodworkers. The Team Lead for our marine painters and sandblasters is a lead-by-example role responsible for preparing, sandblasting, painting, and finishing a wide variety of marine vessels and industrial fabrication projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on painter/blaster with experience in marine painting/blasting, and in directing and mentoring team members with a positive team-building leadership style.

Responsibilities

All aspects of preparing, blasting, painting, and finishing marine vessels and industrial fabrication projects

Provide daily leadership and direction for a team of 3 to 6 painters/blasters with a lead-by-example approach to fully engage and support the team

Train, coach, and mentor to improve the skills, quality, and efficiency of the paint/blast team

Ensure a high level of safety, quality, and attention to detail

Assist with estimating, and determining the required surface preparation and type/ number of paint coats

Ensure paints, solvents, and other coatings are mixed and applied according to specific formulas and application guidelines

Perform quality control inspections and data collection to ensure adhesion, coverage, and finish

Operate blasting and spray equipment, and perform brush/roll/masking tasks as required

Operate rust removal (hand and pneumatic) tools

Equipment maintenance and organization of blast/paint materials storage areas

Collaborate with the shipyard supervisor and other personnel

Engage in Bracewell Marine's continuous improvement culture, with an emphasis on continuous improvement of our blast and paint team capabilities

Be actively involved in our lean manufacturing and leadership training initiatives

Skills and Experience

Required: 5+ years of marine/industrial painting

Required: Experience with wet and dry blasting

Asset: Knowledge of paint and coating standards (SSPC, NACE, AAMP)

Asset: Certifications - CAS I or II, C7 Abrasive, C12 Spray Applications, C14 Marine, Red Seal Painter

Required: Excellent communicator (written and oral) and proven ability to lead people

Required: Ability to read customer specifications, engineering drawings, and industry material specification sheets

Required: Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship

Asset: Driver's license

Required: Ability to work at heights, outdoors, and in confined spaces

Asset: Forklift, crane, confined space, and/or fall protection certification (training available)

Other Details

Full-time, permanent, available immediately, Monday - Friday, 8-hour daytime shifts

$40-45 per hour - rate depends on experience and certifications

Equal opportunity hiring practices - We value diversity and are committed to a workplace culture that emphasizes respect, safety, and continuous improvement

Benefits: Dental, Extended Health (including Vision), Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, AD&D, Paid Sick Days, Mental Health Support, RRSP/TFSA Plan, Safety Boots Reimbursement, Education Support, SkilledTradesBC Apprentice Sponsorship, Digital Marketplace Program, Purchasing Discounts

170 - 6831 Graybar Road, Richmond, BC

www.bracewellmarine.com

To apply,

please submit a resume and/or letter describing your qualifications to

HR@bracewellmarine.com

Indigenous Land Acknowledgement:

Bracewell Marine Group is located on the ancestral and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples of Canada, specifically: Cayuse, Hul'qumi'num Treaty Group, Kwantlen, sc?wa?ena?? t?m?x? (Tsawwassen), Semiahmoo, S'olh Temexw (Sto:l?), sq?ciya?? t?m?x? (Katzie), Stz'uminus, sx?m??k??y?ma?? t?m?x? (Musqueam), Umatilla, and Walla Walla. We acknowledge Indigenous Peoples of Canada as the original caretakers and stewards over the lands and waters. (Reference: Native-land.ca)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match Store discount Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person