**Description** **Tradesmen International** is immediately hiring experienced **Journeyman** **Marine Painters** for projects located in and around **Freeland, WA.** This is a full time opportunity with a pay range of **$26-31/hour** based on experience and certifications held. If you are a Marine Painter and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! **Job Scope:** + Prepare steel parts and large steel structures (e.g., tanks, deck enclosures, valve assemblies, hull plates, wing compartments) + Abrade metal surfaces using sandblasting equipment to achieve specified finish + Shovel or pour sand into sandblasting machine hopper + Set up and prepare blasting equipment + Manually direct blast nozzle to treat surfaces + Mask, prime, caulk, and paint surfaces using: + Conventional and airless spray systems + Brushes and rollers + Select premixed paints or mix pigments, oils, thinners, and driers to match specified colors + Apply a variety of protective coatings, including: Polyamine-cured pure epoxy, Urethanes, Anti-fouling coatings + Inspect painted surfaces for complete coverage, correct thickness, and compliance with job specifications and SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings) standards + Maintain and clean hoses, nozzles, and pumps, pressure tanks and spray guns, spray tips, and related tools **Requirements:** + Standard PPE + Comfortable working in confined spaces and in hazardous environments + Able to follow all standard safety procedures + Certifications in Marine Painting are preferred **Company Details** Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: + Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked + Vacation Pay + Health insurance + 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan Find our app **, TradeGig** , in the App store to see opportunities, set notifications and click to express interest! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. (http://www.tradesmeninternational.com) **Recruiter Name** Emma Epp **Location** US-WA-FREELAND **Posted Date** _1 day ago_ _(8/21/2025 10:43 AM)_ **_Req ID_** _2025-363650_ **_Category_** _Painter - Journeyman_ **_Travel_** _Yes_ **_Location_** _US-WA-FREELAND_