Industrial Painter

Tradesmen International, Inc.•Greensboro, NC

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About The Position

Tradesmen International is hiring experienced Industrial Painters for projects in or around Liberty, North Carolina. This is a first-shift opportunity paying up to $24 per hour, based on experience and skill level. The role involves preparing and painting metal trailers and trailer components while meeting production, quality, and safety standards in a manufacturing environment. Painters use painting equipment and hand, air, and pneumatic tools, and may operate material-handling equipment as required. The work takes place inside a paint booth and may involve paint and catalyst fumes, cleaning chemicals, multiple heights, and confined spaces. Tradesmen International offers consistent work, top pay, employment opportunities, and a benefits package that includes the Tradesmen+ Rewards Program, vacation pay, health insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tradesmen International is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability).

Requirements

At least 3 years of automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment painting experience, or a certified trade school/technical degree in a paint-related field.
Experience with pressure pots, cup guns, and paint kitchen equipment.
Ability to read and interpret factory orders, blueprints, schematics, and work tickets.
Ability to read a tape measure to at least 1/16 inch.
Strong math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Must be medically certified to wear a respirator.
Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, medium- to heavy-duty manufacturing environment.
Comfort working around paint fumes, catalyst fumes, and cleaning chemicals, and working inside a paint booth.
Ability to work at multiple heights and in confined spaces.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds; climb ladders and trailers as needed; and push, pull, and operate vibrating equipment.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to quality workmanship.

Nice To Haves

8 or more years of automotive or heavy equipment painting experience.
Knowledge of paint properties and paint systems.
Forklift and overhead crane experience.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Military service experience.

Responsibilities

Clean, prepare, prime, and paint metal trailers and trailer components.
Apply coatings to meet company quality and production standards.
Prepare trailers prior to painting and touch up paint on finished trailers as needed.
Use pressure pots, cup guns, and paint kitchen equipment.
Read and interpret factory orders, blueprints, schematics, and work tickets.
Use hand, air, and pneumatic tools to perform assigned duties.
Operate overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, and pallet jacks as required.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Follow plant safety guidelines, personal protective equipment requirements, and quality standards.