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Description Irving Shipbuilding is seeking Labourers (IndustrialSpray Painters)in Halifax, NS Responsibilities Spray painting marine and industrial coatings to a specified application requirement General surface preparation and brush and roller painting Work setting experience: shipbuilding and repair, steel industry Type of materials or products: general metal products, construction materials or coatings General maintenance of spray-painting equipment like proper spray pump flushing and cleaning after use Qualifications Education Required: High SchoolDiploma or equivalent Years of Experience Required: 3 + years (Industrial) Ability to work with different types of materials or products such as general metal products, construction materials or coatings Complete understanding of Industrial spray-painting equipment including airless, hvlp and conventional spray painting and generallabour skills Must be able to wear respiratory protection as required or have a PAPR Must be capable of working at heights and in confined spaces You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job A pre-employment physical is required A background check will be performed by the Employer Physical effort and work conditions: Work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms possibly and including MEWP Equipment Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb Work in confined spaces, inclement weather and hot / cold environments Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate Work may be performed indoors and outdoors Frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds Must be able to work with Industrial chemicals Must have a strong will to learn skills like blueprint reading / no paint mark up Able to apply coatings at the specified wet film thickness A good understanding of industrial spray painting and surface preparation standards considered an asset All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).