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Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

The Marine Corps Prepositioning Program (MCPP) is based in Jacksonville, Florida. We provide maintenance and logistic services to the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) in support of this program.  For over 35 years we have planned, coordinated, and executed the maintenance and logistic services for ground combat vehicles and support equipment for USMC Expeditionary Forces.

Job Summary

Performs duties involved with setting up, operating, and performing preventative maintenance on complete stationary and portable sandblasting equipment and machines used for cleaning metal and nonmetal surfaces.  Performs duties involving the application of coating materials (i.e., paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, etc.), on wood, metal, glass, concrete and other surfaces, using brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other related methods and techniques.  Provides technical assistance, guidance, or training to lower level painters and assists higher level painters.  Performs other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Eight years directly related work experience. 
• Complete the Vehicle Body Repair Course or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship as a painter/sandblaster is preferred.
• Must possess a valid State motor vehicle operator license and able to obtain and maintain a Tactical Operator License as necessary. 
• Working knowledge of the operating and preventive maintenance features of sandblasting equipment and machines, cleaning characteristics of metals and nonmetals, cutting or abrasive quality of a variety of sand-like abrasives, and the optimum air pressures with specific abrasives to obtain desired finish without damage to work pieces. 
• Ability and skill to position and hold work pieces and blasting nozzles, and perform blasting operations and procedures in a safe manner. 
• Working knowledge of OSHA, SPCC, and EPA regulations concerning sandblasting procedures and the use and disposal of sandblast materials. 
• Complete the Small Boat Preservation Course, or equivalent. 
• Working knowledge of standard surface preparation and coating methods and techniques.
• Apprenticeship as a painter in a shipyard environment. 
• Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC) standards, National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) standards, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations concerning painting. 
• Medically and physically capable of wearing a respirator. 
• Able to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, in extremely high or low temperatures and at heights. 
• Able to lift 50 pounds unaided.  
• Ability to comply with all established methods, safety standards, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position.  
• U.S. Citizen. 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and Base Access.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.