Industrial Painter

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Industrial Painter/Coating Technician to prepare, apply, and inspect protective coatings on metal and other industrial surfaces. This role works with high-performance coatings such as epoxy and urethane while ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, grinding, or abrasive blasting
• Apply coatings (including epoxy and urethane systems) using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers
• Mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications and ratios
• Operate spray guns, pressure pots, and other coating equipment
• Work on structures at heights using ladders, scaffolding, and elevated lifts (scissor lifts, boom lifts)
• Inspect surfaces before and after coating to ensure proper adhesion and finish quality
• Perform touch-ups, repairs, and rework as needed
• Maintain and clean tools and equipment
• Read and follow work orders, blueprints, and coating specifications
• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.) for proper coating application
• Follow all safety procedures and report hazards or defects

Union Requirement:

• This position is union-based and requires membership (or ability to join) in the applicable Union
• All work will be performed in accordance with union rules, regulations, and job site agreements

Safety & PPE Requirements:

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times, including:
• • Hard hat
  • Safety glasses
  • Gloves
  • Steel-toe boots
  • Respirators or supplied air systems when required
  • Protective suits or coveralls
• Must be able to safely work in industrial environments with exposure to fumes, dust, and noise
• Follow all OSHA and company safety standards

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1–3 years of industrial painting/coating experience (or willingness to train)
• Experience with epoxy, urethane, or similar industrial coatings preferred
• Familiarity with surface preparation methods such as sandblasting is a plus
• Experience working at heights or with elevated work platforms preferred
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to operate spray equipment and coating tools
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Basic math skills for mixing ratios
• Team player with good communication skills

Work Environment:

• Industrial shop or field setting
• Regular exposure to chemicals, fumes, dust, and loud noise
• Work may be performed at heights, in confined spaces, or outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Use of elevated lifts and fall protection equipment required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working at heights
• Ability to wear respirators and PPE for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for detailed coating application