Industrial Painter

Harris American•Jacksonville, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A Westside manufacturing company is seeking a talented and reliable industrial painter to paint large, primarily steel equipment and produce clean, high-quality finishes. The work involves extensive taping, blocking, and other surface preparation to protect electrical and hydraulic components. The position also includes sandblasting and preparing equipment for shipment. All work is outdoors. The industrial painter prepares and coats surfaces, follows industrial safety practices, inspects finished work, maintains painting tools and equipment, and coordinates with team members to complete projects on time and within specifications. The role also involves packaging and strapping equipment or parts, material handling, and loading large loads onto truck beds using a forklift.

Requirements

Two years of previous industrial painting experience.
Trained in forklift operation.
Familiarity with packaging, strapping, and material handling.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods.
Ability to climb ladders, truck beds, and steps.
Ability to crawl, crouch, kneel, and stoop to paint, tape, or package equipment.
Ability to withstand outdoor temperatures for extended periods while wearing PPE.
Ability to wear a respirator for extended periods while painting or sandblasting.
Ability to lift 75 pounds.
Ability to manipulate controls, nozzles, and other required tools.
Ability to reach at, above, and below shoulder level.
Far and near visual acuity for paint accuracy, as well as peripheral vision for safety.
Ability to hear loud noises such as alarms for safety.

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces by removing old paint, rust, and contaminants through sanding, scraping, and chemical treatments.
Mix and apply paints, varnishes, and other coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment to achieve even, consistent coverage.
Follow safety protocols and best practices for painting in an industrial environment.
Inspect completed work and make adjustments as necessary to meet quality standards.
Maintain and clean painting equipment and tools, keeping them in working condition.
Collaborate with team members and departments to complete projects on time and within specifications.
Sandblast equipment or parts.
Package and prepare equipment or parts for shipment, including packaging and strapping.
Load large loads onto truck beds using a forklift.
Tape, block, and perform other surface preparation to protect electrical and hydraulic components.