Position Title: Finish Track Stencil

Position summary:

Operate or tend painting machines to paint interior or exterior surfaces of railcar equipment. Trained in mixing his/her own paint according to manufacturer's product data sheet. Performs quality checks of his/her paint job while using a wet mil gauge to inspect the proper thickness of product coating.

Tasks:

• Apply Decals and Stencils to Railcars.
• Operate the Laser Printer/ Plotter and understand SOW.
• Mix and Apply Paint w/ Paint Brush and Roller.
• Spray prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers or finish coatings.
• Select the correct spray gun system for the material being applied.
• Pour paint into spray guns and adjust nozzles and paint mixes in order to get the proper paint flow and coating thickness.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment, using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths for cleaning duties.
• Apply primer over any repairs made to railcar surfaces.
• Monitor painting operations in order to identify flaws such as blisters and streaks so that their causes can be corrected.
• Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate manner.
• Allow the sprayed product to dry, and then touch up any spots that may have been missed.
• Select paint according to company requirements, and match colors of paint following specified color charts.
• Operate lifting and moving devices in order to move equipment or materials so that areas to be painted are accessible.
• Verify paint consistency, using a viscosity meter.
• Set up portable equipment such as ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding.

Skills:

• Ability to paint efficiently and consistently in all positions.

· Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks.

· Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and team lift up to 150 pounds.

· Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time.

· Must be able to work in confined spaces.

· Must be able to work at elevated heights.

· Must be able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work.

· Must possess basic math skills, addition, subtraction.

Work Environment / Conditions and Physical Demands:

· Able to stand for long periods of time with limited breaks.

· Must be able to repetitively lift up-to 75 pounds and team lift up-to 150 pounds.

· Work in extreme temperatures and elements for an extended period of time.

· Must be able to work in confined spaces.

• Working around heavy moving equipment

· Must be able to work at elevated heights.

• Climb, squat, bend, and twist to accomplish work tasks.
• Requires the use of a tight-fitting respirator; You must be appropriately clean-shaven per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, at all times.

Qualities:

· Dependable

· Teachable

· Mechanically Inclined

· Committed to Personal Excellence (Safety, Quality, Productivity)

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate); At least 2 years, painting/ finishing experience Required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable working in confined spaces and elevated heights?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Painting/Stencil: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Channelview, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person