Paint Foreman at International Marine and Industrial Applicators, LLC in Seattle, Washington

Job Description:

IMIA,LLC is the only national marine surface preparation painting contractor servicing every U.S. Port with a mobile full time workforce that ensures that a quality product is delivered on time every time. IMIA, LLC has the equipment, seasoned deckplate supervision and mechanics, as well as rigorous corporate safety and quality programs and financial strength to support our customer's preservation needs in a truly superior and comprehensive fashion.





IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:



•Health

•Dental

•Vision

•Life

•LTD

•Accident

•Critical Illness

•401k



Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company's Employee Assistance Program.



Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

JOB TITLE: Paint Foreman

REPORTS TO: Superintendent/Project Manager

Summary of position: Responsible for all Paint related operations for a designated job or jobs. Maintain a high quality of workmanship while supervising all painters. Work with other Foremen and shipyard employees to coordinate the job. Inspect all painting equipment for proper working conditions. Perform repairs to equipment as needed.

May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor for the completion of the job in a safe and timely manner.

Essential Job Requirements: Perform both physical and organizational duties under leadership of Superintendents/Project Managers. Communicate effectively with inspectors and owner representatives and attend inspections of paint work. Organize, supervise, lead, and train employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe. Supervise paint crew in all essential job requirements. Make certain surfaces are prepared for coating according to paint manufacturers’ specifications directing painters in correcting any area not up to standard. Submit crewmembers’ timesheets into payroll by deadline. Often required to make decisions. All the above shall be performed in a safe and timely manner. May be required to perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Superintendent/Project Manager.

Required Education: High School Education.

Required Experience: Formal or informal on the job training and 3 years experience in the application of coatings in the Marine Industry. Must have thorough knowledge of equipment and procedures used in cleaning and painting operations within the marine industry.

Required Skills: Must be able to read and interpret documents as necessary, such as operating and maintenance manuals, safety rules and regulations, procedure manuals, etc. Must be able to work cooperatively and productively with other employees and shipyard personnel. Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, U.S. metric conversions, weight, and volume. Must be able to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written, or diagram form.

Physical Requirements: Regularly required to walk; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl, occasionally required to sit, required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or handle, regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, required use of vision to see up close, distance, and peripherally, as well as depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Aptitude Requirements: Must be able to do simple to complex math. Must be able to problem solve, organize, and prioritize work.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equipment Used: Roll brush, hand brush, airless spray, and conventional spray.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Must direct large numbers of employees at one time in a productive and safe manner. Directly supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, or making recommendation for hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Working Conditions: Regularly exposed to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, confined spaces, precarious places, proximity to other employees. To avoid injury, safety clothing required along with safety devices to protect eyes, mouth, or hearing. Overtime or shift work involved most of the time. Travel often required.

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