Painter

Job Title: Industrial Spray Painter

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Spray Painter to join our team. This role involves preparing and applying coatings to metal and composite surfaces using spray equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with HVLP, electrostatic, or airless spray systems and a strong commitment to safety and quality. The work will support US Government projects, including maritime, parts & components, machinery, and internal buildings & structures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and apply coatings to metal and composite surfaces using spray equipment.

• Use HVLP, electrostatic, or airless spray systems efficiently.

• Work on large structural steel painting, particularly those with bridge painting experience.

• Perform tasks in compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Occasionally work at customer sites.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of painting experience, with 5-7 years ideal.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Mechanical aptitude and a good work ethic.

• Ability to lift 50-60 lbs regularly.

• Experience using hand tools and performing physical work.

• Experience working on construction job sites.

• OSHA 10 certification required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with pneumatic sprayers, paint guns, and spray painting techniques.

• Familiarity with industrial painting, sandblasting, and paint preparation.

• Ability to work with steel/iron structures and in an auto body environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned business focusing on stable and essential government work. The company is growing rapidly, offering a great opportunity to join a good company with long-term work, good benefits, and competitive pay.

Work Environment

Work in a large, loud manufacturing environment with exposure to paint chemicals, rust, and metal particles. Work may be performed inside and outside, with shifts that may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends depending on production needs. The facility is located in the Mid-Atlantic area with over 200,000 square feet of fabrication space, offering extensive resources and opportunities for growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $32.35/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.