Industrial Painter

Job Description

? Industrial Painter / Prep Technician
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Industrial Painter to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of metal surface preparation and coating, including sanding structural steel, applying high-quality primer and paint finishes, and safely maneuvering heavy materials using an overhead crane. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, a foundational understanding of industrial coatings, and a commitment to strict safety standards.
Key Responsibilities

• ? Surface Preparation: Clean, degrease, and sand down steel components to remove scale, rust, and imperfections, ensuring optimal coating adhesion.
• ? Material Handling: Safely operate an overhead crane to hoist, move, and position heavy steel structures and parts throughout the prep and paint areas.
• ? Painting & Priming: Mix, match, and apply primer and industrial paint coatings using spray guns or traditional tools, achieving an even finish free of runs or defects.
• ? Quality Control: Inspect finished pieces to verify uniform thickness, coverage, and adherence to project specifications.
• ? Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized workspace; perform basic maintenance on sprayers, cranes, and ventilation equipment while strictly utilizing required PPE (respirators, protective suits, etc.).

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Proven experience as an industrial painter, blaster, or prep technician working specifically with steel/metal surfaces.
• Equipment Operation: Prior hands-on experience operating overhead cranes (pendant or remote-controlled) in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Technical Skill: Proficient in paint and prime applications, including knowledge of mixing ratios, drying times, and spray gun adjustments.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and work comfortably while wearing a respirator and other protective equipment.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong focus on high-quality work, ensuring flawless surface prep and clean coats.

Preferred Qualifications

• Overhead crane operation certification.
• Experience in a heavy manufacturing, shipyard, or structural steel fabrication environment.