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Industrial Painter
Seeking a skilled and certified Industrial Painter with proven experience in surface preparation, coating applications, and finishing for heavy industrial, manufacturing, or structural environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of painting systems, coating types, and industry-standard safety practices, as well as the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
Location Brecksville, Ohio
Hourly rate: $17.36 - 25.05
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
I Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
- Prepare surfaces for painting (e.g., sandblasting, degreasing, masking).
- Apply industrial coatings such as epoxies, urethanes, and zinc-rich primers using spray guns (airless or conventional), brushes, or rollers.
- Mix and match paint to desired color and consistency according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspect finished surfaces for quality and adherence to job specifications.
- Maintain all painting equipment and ensure work area cleanliness.
- Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders to determine painting specifications.
- Follow proper safety protocols including wearing safety (PPE) gear like a respirator hood and body suit for prolonged periods of time.
- Will be required to work in confined space, follow fall protection requirements, and handle hazardous materials.
- Document work completed and materials used as required by project managers or compliance protocols.
- Work at heights, including bending & reaching and in confined spaces, as necessary for job assignments.
What You Bring
- Minimum 3–5 years of industrial painting experience in a manufacturing, construction, or marine/shipyard environment.
- Strong knowledge of surface preparation and industrial coatings application techniques.
- Familiarity with blast booths, paint booths, and mobile rig setups.
- Respirator Fit Test and pre-employment medical exam required
- Ability to operate painting tools and equipment safely and effectively.
- High School diploma or GED required.
Certifications:
- OSHA 10 or 30 Certification (preferred)
- NACE Coating Inspector Certification (preferred or willingness to obtain)
- SSPC/NACE Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Certification (preferred)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for long periods.
- Comfortable working at heights, in various temperature conditions, and in physically demanding environments.
- Tolerance for working with chemicals, solvents, and in areas with limited ventilation (PPE provided).
- Respirator Fit Test and pre-employment medical exam required
Preferred:
- Experience with corrosion protection in structural steel, tanks, pipelines, or marine structures.
- Familiarity with quality assurance documentation, coating reports and testing documentation.
Who We Are
Our Values
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- Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our
Talent Acquisition Team
and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact
Talent Acquisition.
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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact
Talent Acquisition
and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.Salary : $17 - $25