Painter

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Job Title: Union Painter - Maintenance

Job Code: 39038

Job Location: Clifton NJ

Job Schedule: First Shift (5/8)

Job Description:

The painter is responsible for performing skilled painting and surface preparation work to maintain, protect, and preserve facility infrastructure across the Clifton, NJ site. This role supports all facility areas by ensuring surfaces, structures, and equipment are properly maintained through painting, coating, and finishing activities in accordance with company standards and safety requirements.


Essential Functions:

• Prepare surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding, scraping, patching, and priming to ensure proper adhesion

• Apply paints, coatings, and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment

• Perform maintenance and repair of painted surfaces across offices, production areas, and mechanical spaces

• Apply industrial coatings such as epoxy floor systems and corrosion-resistant finishes to protect infrastructure and equipment

• Perform minor drywall, plaster, and surface repairs as needed to support painting activities

• Mask, protect, and cover surrounding areas to prevent damage during painting operations

• Operate and maintain painting tools and equipment including spray systems, lifts, and scaffolding

• Maintain inventory of paints, coatings, and supplies and coordinate material needs

• Follow OSHA and company safety procedures, including proper handling of hazardous materials

• Support preventive maintenance programs by maintaining protective coatings on facility assets

• Coordinate with other trades to support facility projects, renovations, and repairs

• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with housekeeping standards

• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications: (refer to Career Framework )

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 3-5 years of professional or industrial painting experience

• Experience with surface preparation and application of various coatings and finishes

• Familiarity with industrial coatings, including epoxy and protective finishes preferred

• Ability to operate painting equipment, lifts, and tools safely

• Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and proper handling of paints and chemicals

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship

• Valid driver's license required

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or facility maintenance environments

• Familiarity with corrosion control and protective coating systems

• Basic knowledge of drywall and minor surface repair techniques

• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary for this role in New Jersey area is $29.65 - $39.4/hr . This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.


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