What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Painter - 2nd shift position at Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication?
IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.
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- Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
- Competitive Pay
- Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
- Company Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Life Insurance
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- Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
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Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication
IES Infrastructure Solutions
Title: Painter
Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Paint Supervisor
Location: Manitowoc, WI
Purpose of Position:
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Painter to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of hands-on experience in wet painting, including proficiency in using spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers. This role requires expertise in mixing paint and primer correctly, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the highest standards of quality. The Wet Painter will also be responsible for safely using full respirators and working from ladders.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform wet painting of various components and materials, ensuring quality, precision, and consistency in each job.
- Operate and maintain spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers to apply paint and primer.
- Mix paint and primer according to proper specifications and ensure the correct consistency for application.
- Inspect parts and surfaces to ensure they meet quality standards before, during, and after painting.
- Maintain and clean painting equipment, including spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers, to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Understand and follow safety protocols, including the use of full respirators and other necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Safely work from ladders when required for painting hard-to-reach areas or large parts.
- Ensure paint jobs are completed within project timelines and meet or exceed company standards for quality and finish.
- Work closely with team members and supervisors to address any challenges or concerns that may arise during the painting process.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in wet painting in a production or industrial environment.
- Proficient in the operation of spray guns, pressure pots, and airless sprayers.
- Knowledge of correct paint and primer mixing techniques to achieve the desired results.
- Ability to maintain and troubleshoot painting equipment.
- Strong understanding of quality standards and the ability to deliver consistent, high-quality finishes.
- Capable of safely working at heights and using ladders to access hard-to-reach areas.
- Familiarity with safety standards and proper use of full respirators and other PPE.
- Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.