Industrial Painter

Job Title: Painter Location: Houston, TX 77041 Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour, depending on experience Why Freedom Waterworks? At Freedom Waterworks, we hire for attitude, work ethic, and potential—not just experience. We provide training, career advancement opportunities, a strong safety culture, and a team-oriented environment where employees can build long-term careers. Our work supports essential water infrastructure, helping deliver clean water to communities across the country. This gives our employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing valuable skills and growing professionally. What You'll Do Prepare ductile iron pipe and fittings for painting, coating, and finishing. Inspect materials prior to blasting, coating, and shipment to ensure quality standards are met. Apply coatings, linings, and paint using spray equipment and other painting tools. Verify coatings and linings are complete, undamaged, and meet specifications. Assist with quality control inspections and documentation of painted products. Maintain paint inventory, production logs, and testing records. Keep paint booths, work areas, and equipment clean, organized, and safe. Assist with labeling, staging, and moving finished products. Follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of respirators and personal protective equipment (PPE). Support team productivity and perform other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Ability to follow instructions and work safely around paints, coatings, and industrial equipment. Dependable attendance and strong work ethic. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability to stand for extended periods and work in varying temperatures. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to distinguish colors and identify coating defects. Must be able to pass respirator fit testing and remain clean-shaven where required for proper respirator seal. Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and grow. Nice to Have (Not Required) Previous industrial painting, sandblasting, powder coating, or manufacturing experience. Experience using paint sprayers, airless spray systems, or coating equipment. Knowledge of quality control inspections and production processes. Experience working with ductile iron pipe, fittings, or waterworks products. Forklift certification or material handling experience. High school diploma or equivalent. Perks & Benefits Medical Insurance (Company pays 75% of employee-only premiums and 50% of dependent premiums) Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Company-Paid Life Insurance 15 PTO Days & 9 Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities Training & Career Advancement Safety-First Culture This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet business needs. Freedom Waterworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr