Field Supervisor

Field Supervisor for Coatings Projects

Vanwin Coatings performs corrosion control work on Fuel Tanks, Pipelines, and Aircraft Hangers on military bases, as well as other Industrial sites.

Description: Vanwin Coatings is seeking an experienced working supervisor local to
Chesapeake, VA or willing to relocate. Candidate must be able to:

• Supervise & direct crews onsite. Manage and train craft workers;
• Communicate closely with Project Manager daily;
• Able to work with budgets (manhours/materials/schedule);
• Travel (30-60 days or more at times);
• Be a hands-on working supervisor, when needed;
• Maintain a safe working environment for all employees;
• Must have a clean background for access to Military Bases

Qualifications

• Well organized;
• Knowledge of paint materials and documents (PDS/SDS);
• Knowledge of equipment (mechanically inclined) – set up/troubleshoot/maintain:
• Blast pots: 8-ton/600 lbs;
• Vapor Blasting: 8-ton/600 lbs;
• Spray rigs: airless/plural component/conventional;
• Dust collectors; 5K to 20K
• Hurricane 500 industrial vacuum;
• Compressors: 375-1600CFM;
• Generators: up to 200KW;
• JLGs/Forklifts/Scissor Lifts.
• SSPC CAS/C14/C3/C7/NACE Level 1, Osha 10 or 30 – or willing to obtain w/ 2-year work agreement;
• Computer & tablet literate (Word/Excel/PDF) for safety/quality/production reports;
• Communicate with customers and attend onsite meetings;
• Knowledge of scaffold & containment erection / qualified erector a plus;
• Estimating skills a plus;

Sample Materials Used

• Epoxies, Organic and Inorganic zinc coatings, Polyurethane, Urethane
• Mil-Spec Coatings
• 2 and 3 part epoxies, Coal Tar epoxy, Fast Clad
• Blast material including Garnet, Black Beauty, and Crushed Glass

Expected Actions

• Adhere to safety procedures
• Conduct onsite Safety Meetings
• Climb ladders and scaffolding
• Paint all kinds of steel and metals from pump units to beams and other structural surfaces
• Apply safe waste disposal procedures
• Use hand or power tools
• Protect surfaces from blast damage and overspray
• Operate and troubleshoot blast and spray paint equipment
• Properly mix coatings
• Move or lift heavy objects
• Reads work order or receives instructions from supervisor

Compensation

• $30-$40/hr commensurate with capabilities (or salary + bonus potential);
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available after 90-day introductory period;
• Vacation: 40 hours after 1-year/80 hours after 2 years/120 hours after 5 years;
• 3 paid personal days after 1 year;
• 6 paid holidays after 90-day introductory period.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years
• 3 years
• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On the road