Painter 1

Cimarron•Marlow, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter 1 prepares and paints oil and gas units by taping, sanding, priming, and applying precision spray coatings in accordance with government, customer, and company specifications. The role includes preparing surfaces, setting up paint jobs and spray equipment, handling paint and rust-proofing materials, and cleaning equipment and work areas. It also supports safe operations, Lean projects, and continuous improvement efforts, and performs other duties assigned by a supervisor. The position is based in Marlow, Oklahoma, is full-time, and works a day shift. Travel may be up to 25%. Candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of the facility; relocation benefits are not offered. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or two years of work experience.
At least two years of experience applying paint.
Working knowledge of different paint systems and components.
Good written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, benefits, and maintenance.
Blueprint-reading knowledge.
Awareness of proper handling, mixing, and disposal of flammable or hazardous chemicals and solutions.
Ability to perform surface preparation and operate cranes, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, climb steps, and use a ladder; reach overhead; and maintain upper- and lower-body mobility.
Ability to repeat motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers and work in heat, cold, rain, and humidity.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds while following safety procedures.
Close and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; physical ability to meet respirator fit-testing requirements.
Ability to work with exposure to solvents, paints, and related chemicals in liquid and vapor form.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Must reside within 50 miles of the facility; no relocation benefit is offered.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to three years of experience painting industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

Follow applicable safety procedures, maintain equipment safely, and use required personal protective equipment.
Load paint and rust-proofing agents into spray equipment; connect hoses and adjust spray nozzles to the required pressure.
Secure items in spray booths and use spray guns to apply even coatings.
Start and monitor extractor and drying fans and heaters.
Clean equipment nozzles, containers, and hoses; mix coating solutions and regulate their temperature when needed.
Maintain a clean, orderly material room and inventory log; assist with hazardous-waste storage, labeling, and disposal as requested.
Prepare surfaces for painting by grinding, sanding, and masking parts or areas that are not to be coated.
Operate cranes, forklifts, and other equipment used in material handling.
Set up paint jobs, including material handling, mixing, maintenance, and cleanup.
Support Lean projects and Continuous Improvement teams.
Follow company policies, procedures, and rules; maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Work the hours necessary to meet plant requirements and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.