Posted: 05/29/2026 Job Number: 149318
Job Description
Madden Marine is seeking Paint Shop Laborers for our client on Swan Island in Portland, OR. This entry-level role supports paint shop and surface preparation crews by assisting with material handling, masking, cleaning, blasting support, and coating preparation. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and willing to learn industrial painting in a shipyard environment.
Pay & Schedule
Pay: $21.50/hour
Shift: Day Shift, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Schedule Expectations: Overtime and weekend work required
Position Type: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities
โข Assist painters and blasters with surface preparation and coating projects
โข Remove contaminants from steel surfaces prior to blasting and painting
โข Help with masking, containment setup, and protection of surrounding work areas
โข Support blasting operations including blast pot tending and material handling
โข Assist with mixing coatings and maintaining paint logs as directed
โข Operate hand and power tools under supervision for surface preparation activities
โข Help load, unload, organize, and stage tools, materials, and equipment throughout vessels and job sites
โข Assist with pressure washing, cleaning, and general housekeeping duties
โข Support demolition and removal of coatings, flooring, adhesives, and related materials as needed
โข Maintain clean and organized work areas while following all safety procedures and PPE requirements
Required Qualifications
โข Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools or willingness to learn
โข Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding work
โข Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and aboard marine vessels
โข Ability to wear respirators and other required PPE
โข Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 lbs
โข Ability to work on feet for extended periods and climb ladders throughout the workday
โข Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
โข US Citizenship required due to work performed on government-owned property
โข Safety-toed boots (6" or higher, steel or composite toe) required
Preferred Qualifications
โข Experience in construction labor, painting, demolition, shipyard, warehouse, or industrial environments
โข Experience using grinders, pressure washers, or other hand and power tools
โข Interest in learning industrial painting, blasting, or marine coatings
Benefits
โข Medical
โข Paid Sick Leave
โข Paid Holidays
โข 401(k) with Company Match
Work Environment
This role operates in marine and shipyard environments aboard active vessels and industrial facilities. Work includes exposure to confined spaces, heights, industrial coatings, blasting operations, varying temperatures, and physically demanding conditions. Respirator use, PPE compliance, and adherence to strict safety standards are required at all times.
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