Industrial Painter – Structural Steel

Red Dot Corp•Mineola, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Painter is responsible for preparing and applying industrial primer coatings to structural steel components in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and production schedules. This position works within a structural steel fabrication environment and is responsible for proper surface preparation, coating application, inspection, material handling, and maintenance of coating equipment. The ideal candidate understands industrial coating processes, can safely operate spray equipment, and takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality finished steel.

Requirements

Experience applying industrial coatings or primers preferred.
Structural steel, fabrication shop, manufacturing, or industrial painting experience strongly preferred.
Experience operating airless spray equipment preferred.
Ability to understand coating specifications and manufacturer product data.
Ability to properly mix and prepare industrial primers.
Basic understanding of wet-film and dry-film thickness requirements.
Ability to recognize coating defects and make necessary adjustments.
Ability to safely work around large structural steel members and material-handling equipment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Strong attention to quality and detail.
Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a production team.

Nice To Haves

Structural steel coating experience.
Experience with industrial primers commonly used in structural steel fabrication.
Experience using wet-film gauges and dry-film thickness gauges.
Knowledge of surface-preparation requirements and coating inspection procedures.
Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, or other material-handling equipment.
Familiarity with SDS documentation and hazardous-material handling.
Knowledge of OSHA requirements related to industrial coating operations and respiratory protection.

Responsibilities

Prepare structural steel members and fabricated components for primer application.
Inspect steel surfaces prior to coating to ensure they are clean and properly prepared.
Remove dirt, oil, grease, loose scale, weld spatter, dust, and other contaminants as required.
Mask or protect surfaces that are not to receive primer.
Mix and prepare primers according to manufacturer requirements and project specifications.
Verify proper mixing ratios, induction times, thinning requirements, and pot life when applicable.
Apply industrial primers using airless spray equipment and other approved application methods.
Maintain proper spray patterns, gun distance, overlap, and application techniques to achieve uniform coverage.
Monitor and achieve required wet-film and dry-film thicknesses.
Identify and correct coating defects such as runs, sags, misses, excessive buildup, overspray, or inadequate coverage.
Touch up damaged or missed areas as required.
Properly coat structural steel assemblies, beams, columns, braces, plates, and miscellaneous fabricated steel.
Read and follow shop paperwork, coating specifications, product data sheets, and production instructions.
Verify correct primer type and coating requirements before beginning work.
Coordinate with production, material handling, and quality personnel to maintain workflow through the coating area.
Properly identify and stage completed material for movement to the next production or shipping operation.
Clean spray guns, pumps, hoses, filters, tips, and other coating equipment.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of coating equipment.
Maintain a clean and organized paint/coating area.
Properly handle, store, and dispose of coatings, solvents, and related materials.
Follow all company safety procedures and requirements related to coatings, solvents, ventilation, respiratory protection, PPE, and hazardous materials.
Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
Assist with loading, unloading, staging, or moving structural steel when required.
Perform other duties as assigned to support shop production.