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MSC Riding Gang Painter / Chipper

Job TypeFull Time

QualificationDiploma

Experience1 - 3 years

LocationLaikipia

Job FieldEngineering / Technical

Job Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the Riding Gang team performing preservation, chipping, scraping, sanding, and coating work aboard MSC vessels.

Prepare surfaces by removing rust, corrosion, old coatings, and debris using hand tools, pneumatic tools, grinders, and chipping hammers.

Assist with coating application, touch‑ups, and preservation tasks in accordance with MSC, Navy, and industry standards.

Support corrosion‑control activities, including surface prep, priming, and painting of ship structures, compartments, and equipment.

Ensure proper use of paint materials, tools, PPE, and equipment, maintaining cleanliness and readiness of all assigned gear.

Follow instructions from supervisors to complete preservation tasks safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards.

Maintain accurate logs, material usage notes, and basic documentation related to paint and preservation activities.

Assist with setup, staging, containment, and cleanup of work areas aboard vessels.

Ensure all preservation and coating activities comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Communicate progress, issues, and safety concerns to supervisors and ship leadership as required.

Minimum Requirements

1–3 years of experience in marine painting, chipping, preservation, corrosion control, or related maintenance fields.

High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in coatings, corrosion control, or marine maintenance preferred.

Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.

Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.

Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience supporting MSC, maritime operations, shipboard maintenance, or Riding Gang programs.

Familiarity with Navy preservation standards, coating systems, and corrosion‑control procedures.

Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to follow technical instructions.

Experience working in shipboard, industrial, or confined‑space environments.

Valid driver’s license.

Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.

• Serve as a key member of the Riding Gang team performing preservation, chipping, scraping, sanding, and coating work aboard MSC vessels.
• Prepare surfaces by removing rust, corrosion, old coatings, and debris using hand tools, pneumatic tools, grinders, and chipping hammers.
• Assist with coating application, touch‑ups, and preservation tasks in accordance with MSC, Navy, and industry standards.
• Support corrosion‑control activities, including surface prep, priming, and painting of ship structures, compartments, and equipment.
• Ensure proper use of paint materials, tools, PPE, and equipment, maintaining cleanliness and readiness of all assigned gear.
• Follow instructions from supervisors to complete preservation tasks safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards.
• Maintain accurate logs, material usage notes, and basic documentation related to paint and preservation activities.
• Assist with setup, staging, containment, and cleanup of work areas aboard vessels.
• Ensure all preservation and coating activities comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate progress, issues, and safety concerns to supervisors and ship leadership as required.

• Marine painting
• Chipping
• Preservation
• Corrosion control
• Surface preparation
• Coating application
• Use of hand tools and pneumatic tools
• Following technical instructions
• Safety compliance
• Documentation
• Communication

• 1–3 years of experience in marine painting, chipping, preservation, corrosion control, or related maintenance fields.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in coatings, corrosion control, or marine maintenance preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
• Previous experience supporting MSC, maritime operations, shipboard maintenance, or Riding Gang programs (Preferred).
• Familiarity with Navy preservation standards, coating systems, and corrosion‑control procedures (Preferred).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to follow technical instructions (Preferred).
• Experience working in shipboard, industrial, or confined‑space environments (Preferred).
• Valid driver’s license (Preferred).