Paint Operator

Paint Operator

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Date: May 21, 2026

Location: Des Moines, IA, US, 50321

Company: Hubbell Incorporated

Job Overview

The Paint Operator prepares surfaces and applies epoxy and urethane wet paints to obtain high-grade finishes on parts or products.

A Day In The Life

Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:

• Applying masking tape and/or caps to protect parts and components that are not to be coated.

• Applying wet coat surfaces of manufactured products with epoxy and urethane coatings.

• Adjust valves on spray guns to regulate the width and pressure of spray.

• Pull trigger and direct spray onto the work surface to apply prime or finish coat.

• Properly cleaning and maintaining all spray equipment including booth maintenance.

• Making suggestions to supervisors for improvements associated with assigned work.

• Following instructions, both written and verbal, from the lead person and production supervisors.

• Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Inspect your own work for conformity to standards.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• High School Diploma or GED

• 1+ years of relevant experience preferred

• Ability to utilize basic arithmetic skills

• Ability to prioritize workload, multitask, and complete tasks in a timely manner

• Knowledge of proper usage of safety equipment

• Ability to use hand tools (gages, guns, and pumps) required (required)

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds (required)

• Ability to stand for long periods of time (required)

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.