Thermal Spray Technician I (SHIP) — Field Service

Job overview

Thermal Spray Technician I (SHIP) — Field Service is a full-time field role based in Chesapeake, VA, traveling to remote U.S. and international work sites 75% or more. The stated pay range is $20–$29 per hour. The technician supports shipboard coating operations at naval vessels and customer sites for Kymera International’s Thermal Spray Solutions.

What you'll do

• Assist with thermal-spray coating application and sandblasting or surface cleaning aboard naval vessels
• work in shipyards, confined spaces, and elevated areas while following safety protocols
• use measuring tools to check coating thickness and surface quality
• transport, set up, and maintain portable equipment
• complete field documentation
• support quality inspections
• and assist field leads with staging, cleanup, and team tasks. Frequent travel, a valid passport and driver’s license, and U.S.-person status are required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

thermal spray technician i

ship

field service

thermal spray coatings

shipboard operations

surface preparation

chesapeake va

kymera international

75%+ travel

u.s. and international travel

$20–$29/hr

passport required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 11 annual company-paid holidays
• flexible PTO
• FSA and HSA
• dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• additional voluntary insurance options.

Why this role

Entry-level role with company training; benefits include 11 paid holidays, flexible PTO, FSA and HSA options, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) match, and company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.

About the employer

Kymera International is hiring for this role. Industry: Testing Laboratories and Services. Sector: 54.