Painter

Job Duties

Cleans and prepares surface to be painted

May apply masking tape over parts or areas that are not to be painted, or for special two-tone paint jobs

May smooth surface areas with sand paper or sander

Selects and mixes primers and finish paint colors per job specification and diagrams

Pours primers and paints into spray container and connects gun to air hose

Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray

Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime or finish coat

Coats some area by hand with brushes and rollers

Cleans spraying equipment with brushes and solvent

May complete paint thickness measurements and record average thickness to meet customer specification

Complete required paperwork for paint usage, inspection report and inventory orders

Perform routine maintenance to paint booth, scrap walls, and paint, clean lights, change filters

May perform bead, shot, and sand blasting

May paint undercoating and finishes

Identify, troubleshoot, and repair of cryogenic piping circuits and system malfunctions

Complete all required documentation for control of parts, labor hours, and work performed

Identify efficiency and quality issues; resolve or suggest improvements or resolutions

Communicate effectively with team members, team leaders, supervisors, and customers

Maintain housekeeping

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Basic math skills including fractions and decimals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, manuals and drawings.

May become certified in forklift operation.

May become certified as respirator wearer.

Working Conditions

Overtime is frequent; shift work and non-standard hours may be required.

Indoor/outdoor work in all kinds of weather.

Regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.