MSC Riding Gang Painter / Chipper

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the Riding Gang team performing preservation, chipping, scraping, sanding, and coating work aboard MSC vessels.
• Prepare surfaces by removing rust, corrosion, old coatings, and debris using hand tools, pneumatic tools, grinders, and chipping hammers.
• Assist with coating application, touch‑ups, and preservation tasks in accordance with MSC, Navy, and industry standards.
• Support corrosion‑control activities, including surface prep, priming, and painting of ship structures, compartments, and equipment.
• Ensure proper use of paint materials, tools, PPE, and equipment, maintaining cleanliness and readiness of all assigned gear.
• Follow instructions from supervisors to complete preservation tasks safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards.
• Maintain accurate logs, material usage notes, and basic documentation related to paint and preservation activities.
• Assist with setup, staging, containment, and cleanup of work areas aboard vessels.
• Ensure all preservation and coating activities comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate progress, issues, and safety concerns to supervisors and ship leadership as required.

Minimum Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in marine painting, chipping, preservation, corrosion control, or related maintenance fields.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in coatings, corrosion control, or marine maintenance preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
•  Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting MSC, maritime operations, shipboard maintenance, or Riding Gang programs.
• Familiarity with Navy preservation standards, coating systems, and corrosion‑control procedures.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to follow technical instructions.
• Experience working in shipboard, industrial, or confined‑space environments.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.