Paint Operations Assistant - Weekend Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Intermountain ElectronicsAbout Us

Intermountain Electronics (IE) designs and manufactures custom power distribution and process control solutions for a wide range of industries throughout North America. Our engineered systems support critical infrastructure in markets including mining, oil and gas, OEM manufacturing, utilities, and other industrial sectors.

From engineering and fabrication to automation, testing, and final assembly, our team delivers high-quality electrical equipment built to perform in demanding environments.

We are currently seeking a Paint Operations Assistant to join our Weekend Shift team at our Price, Utah facility. This position reports directly to the Paint Supervisor and offers an excellent opportunity to develop industrial painting skills while building a long-term career.

Why Join IE?

At Intermountain Electronics, you'll be part of a team that takes pride in building equipment that powers essential industries. We offer meaningful work, opportunities for advancement, and a culture built around teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

To learn more about our company and products, visit ie-corp.com .

Job Title: Paint Operations Assistant aka Painter Helper
Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Teladoc access 24/7/365 to U.S. board-certified physicians
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Optional Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 6%
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $2,000 (based on family coverage)
• Paid Parental Leave

•   Shift Differential: Additional shift differential pay is available for eligible hours worked during the regularly scheduled Weekend Shift. 

Schedule Friday – Sunday 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Position Summary

The Paint Operations Assistant provides support within the paint department by preparing equipment, materials, and work areas for industrial painting operations. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone interested in learning the industrial painting trade, with training and advancement opportunities available.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and components for painting by cleaning, washing, masking, taping, caulking, vacuuming, and hanging parts.
• Load and unload components onto paint racks.
• Operate pressure washing equipment.
• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
• Prepare and clean metal surfaces to OEM quality standards.
• Re-tap threaded holes and perform surface preparation as needed.
• Assist with disassembly, cleaning, and minor equipment repairs.
• Perform touch-up work, patching, and surface repairs when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Training & Growth Opportunities

Employees may receive on-the-job training to become an Industrial Painter. Training may include:

• Operating and maintaining paint equipment
• Removing existing coatings and preparing surfaces for finishing
• Identifying proper surface preparation methods
• Mixing paints and industrial coatings
• Applying epoxies, enamels, urethanes, varnishes, lacquers, stains, and other protective finishes
• Operating conventional, airless, and HVLP spray equipment
• Inspecting completed work to ensure quality standards are met and minimizing rework

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Demonstrate IE's Core Values in daily work activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Assist the Final Assembly department with assembling and installing electrical components when needed.
• Support continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.

Intermountain Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Requirements:

 

QualificationsEducation & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion of at least the 10th grade is required.
• Up to one month of related work experience or training is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift up to 20 pounds.
• Frequently lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting, bending, standing, and other physical tasks throughout the workday on concrete flooring.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and understand safety procedures, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and work instructions.
• Ability to complete routine reports and written documentation.
• Effective verbal communication skills with coworkers, supervisors, and other team members.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and simple graph interpretation.
• Ability to solve practical problems using sound judgment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, diagram-based, and scheduled work instructions.
• Basic computer skills sufficient to accurately record time and labor transactions.
• OSHA Forklift and Overhead Crane certifications are preferred, or the ability to successfully obtain certification after hire.
• Must successfully complete a Pulmonary Function Test and be able to wear a respirator as required.
• Commitment to following all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Ability to safely operate and work around industrial equipment and moving machinery.

Work Environment

• Position requires close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent use of hands for handling materials and tools, along with reaching, climbing, balancing, and effective hearing and verbal communication.
• Regular standing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and similar physical movements are required.
• Occasional walking and sitting are also part of the position.

Work Schedule

Employees must be available to work their assigned 40-hour schedule, along with overtime or additional hours when business needs require.

Employment Requirements

Any employment offer is contingent upon successfully completing a background check and pre-employment drug screening in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

Intermountain Electronics, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.