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
· Assist with estimating, and determining the required surface preparation and type/ number of paint coats
· Operate blasting and spray equipment, and perform brush/roll/masking tasks as required
· Operate rust removal (hand and pneumatic) tools
· Ensure paints, solvents, and other coatings are mixed and applied according to specific formulas and application guidelines
· Ensure a high level of safety, quality, and attention to detail
· Perform quality control inspections and data collection to ensure adhesion, coverage, and finish
· 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 [email protected]
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, scəwaθenaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsawwassen), Semiahmoo, S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), sqəciyaɁɬ təməxʷ (Katzie), Stz’uminus, šxʷməθkʷəyəmaɁɬ təməxʷ (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
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
