Painter I

Caterpillar Inc.•Midland, TX
•$23 - $31

About The Position

The Painter I sprays machine, manufactured-product, or work-area surfaces with protective or decorative materials. At SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, the role supports the preparation and painting of products in accordance with work instructions and safety and environmental standards. The regular schedule is 10 days on and 4 days off, with overtime based on business need. Starting pay is $23 per hour and may be adjusted based on experience; the stated pay range is $23.00–$30.75. Relocation assistance and sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

  • Three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to pass a fit test to ensure the painting mask fits properly and eliminates potential safety hazards.
  • Limited facial hair due to the requirement to wear a painting mask.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to wear protective footwear and other required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare products for painting.
  • Prepare paint supplies for the applicable product.
  • Complete daily production logs to meet environmental and safety standards.
  • Perform daily preventative maintenance of the work area.
  • Maintain routine housekeeping to eliminate workplace hazards.
  • Paint parts according to work instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, blueprints, Risk Assessment, and job routers.
  • Work with the Material Coordinator on inventory levels to help maintain production levels.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Lifestyle Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary benefits and employee discounts
  • Career development
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
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