Paint Technician

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Marine Preservation & Decking Technician to support U.S. Navy ship maintenance and repair projects, including aircraft carriers (CVNs). The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and be comfortable working with various tools and equipment in a hands-on, labor-intensive role.

• Install, repair, and maintain various marine decking systems such as tile, non-skid, and underlayment, ensuring proper adhesion and alignment according to NAVSEA standards.
• Perform paint and coating removal using mechanical and chemical methods, preparing surfaces for preservation, including cleaning, sanding, and blasting.
• Apply primers, sealants, and protective coatings as required.
• Install and repair thermal and acoustic insulation (lagging) on piping, bulkheads, and machinery, ensuring compliance with fire-retardant and safety specifications.
• Perform routine physical labor, moving materials, tools, and equipment, cleaning equipment, vehicles, machinery, and work areas.
• Operate various tools such as pneumatic, electric, and hand tools, and perform brush roll or hand brush painting.
• Transport, load, and unload materials, tools, and equipment on and off trucks and ships.

• Strong mechanical knowledge and experience working with various tools and equipment.
• Minimum 1–2 years in marine preservation, decking, or shipyard labor roles.
• Hands-on experience in decking installation and repair, surface preservation, lagging, and paint/coating removal in a shipyard or industrial marine environment.
• Familiarity with U.S. Navy standards and shipboard environments.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain DBIDS access for Naval Air Station North Island (Coronado) and be a US Citizen.
• Current DBIDS holders will be given priority for starting.
• Experience as a lagger is a plus.

Join a team that values safety and skill in supporting essential U.S. Navy ship maintenance and repair projects. Experience a dynamic work environment with opportunities to enhance your skills in marine preservation and decking.

Work will be performed aboard USS AMERICA (LHA-6) at NBSD at Pier 13. The role involves a labor-intensive environment requiring manual handling and the use of various tools and equipment.

This is a Contract position based out of National City, CA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in National City,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.