{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e349a3eb0608dbfe65f4ca0c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e349a3eb0608dbfe65f4ca0c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e349a3eb0608dbfe65f4ca0c","title":"Painter","description":"Clearance Level\nNone\nCategory\nSCA\nLocation\nNorfolk, Virginia\n(Onsite Workplace)\nKey Skills For Success\nCommercial Painting\nHand Tools\nPainting Techniques\nREQ#: RQ225283\nPublic Trust: None\nRequisition Type: Regular\nYour Impact\nOwn your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.\nJob Description\nPainter, Maintenance\nThe painter/lagger is responsible for the correct and total application of power tool cleaning, brush and roll painting, striping, paint mixing, assisting and mechanics with other basic marine preservation duties.\nThe painter/lagger installs insulating material to shipboard equipment and components, bulkheads, ventilation ducting, piping and overhead of ship structure.\nWires pre-formed fiberglass and calcium silicate pipe covering.\nTrowels mastic or cement on fiberglass cloth.\nFits thermos-block insulation to boiler drums, evaporators and steam turbines.\nWires insulation on machinery and provides wire netting for retention and covers.\nMeasures sizes and fabricates portable pads using heavy cloth.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES Brush and roll painting for various applications Applying the Stripe Coat for paint applications Assisting with Rigging and containment Understanding the Equipment operation (Various) Have experience with marine preparation and coatings application.\nMust have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required. Regular, reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of this job.\nMust be able to physically transit all areas of the facility and the drydock.\nMust be able to spend up to 90% of time in an outdoor shipyard environment in all climates.\nRegularly required to sit, stand, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear.\nMust have good eye/hand coordination.\nMust be familiar with working in a naval-ship-work-environment and be able to go aboard marine vessels and the drydock, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and wear personal protective equipment.\nMust be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels.\nHS Diploma/GED required; 1+ years of experience\nSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS\nKnowledge of ship repair processes and procedures preferred.\nMust be able to obtain OSHA10 Hour Safety Certification.\n1+ years experience working for a marine coating company performing marine preparation and coatings application (or equivalent U.S. Navy training and experience) is preferred.\nMust be able to gain access to government facilities Must be willing to travel and work away from the home office for periods of time Must have reliable transportation Must be able to lift 50 pounds Must be able to work aboard vessels, climb ladders, and work in tanks and confined spaces Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including a respirator Successfully demonstrated knowledge of shipyard policies and procedures.\nMust be able to climb vertical ladders and scaffolding, and work at heights.\nMust be physically able to commute to various areas of shipyard.\nMust be a US Citizen\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:\n401K with company match\nComprehensive health and wellness packages\nInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career\nProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications\nCutting-edge technology you can learn from\nRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays\n#hireshipyardcareersgdit\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n1 + years of related experience\nmay vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\nCertification\nTravel Required\n25-50%\nCitizenship\nU.S. Citizenship Required\nSalary and Benefit Information\nThe likely hourly rate for this position is between $23.30 - $29.90. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nOur Identity Verification Process\nAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.\nAbout Our Work\nWe are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.\nJoin our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.\nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans","company":"General Dynamics Information Technology","rawCompany":"generaldynamicsinformationtechnology","city":"Norfolk","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T15:44:23.398Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-2141.00","title":"Painters, Construction and Maintenance","slug":"painters-construction-and-maintenance"},{"code":"51-9123.00","title":"Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers","slug":"painting-coating-and-decorating-workers"},{"code":"51-9124.00","title":"Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"coating-painting-and-spraying-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"}],"industries":[{"code":"336611","title":"Ship Building and Repairing","slug":"ship-building-and-repairing"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"238320","title":"Painting and Wall Covering Contractors","slug":"painting-and-wall-covering-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Painter","description":"Clearance Level\nNone\nCategory\nSCA\nLocation\nNorfolk, Virginia\n(Onsite Workplace)\nKey Skills For Success\nCommercial Painting\nHand Tools\nPainting Techniques\nREQ#: RQ225283\nPublic Trust: None\nRequisition Type: Regular\nYour Impact\nOwn your opportunity to support our nation's defense. 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