Painter II - (October 15, 2026)
About The Position
Painter II is responsible for preparing and painting structural assets at JAXPORT terminals, maintaining painting equipment, and completing related recordkeeping. The position routinely involves operating access and lifting equipment and working at heights of up to 200 feet above the ground and waterway. The Painter II prepares paint and materials while following environmental precautions to prevent pollution or contamination of waterways, and works primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. The position is designated safety sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing. A valid driver license must be maintained, and the employee must obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Four to six years of experience as an industrial painter preparing and painting structural steel.
- Experience operating high-reach equipment, forklifts, mechanical platforms, and specialized rigging and harnesses.
- Thorough knowledge of industrial painting methods, materials, tools, and practices in a marine environment.
- Basic knowledge of environmental regulations pertaining to potentially hazardous materials.
- Ability to plan jobs and follow through without direct supervision.
- Skill in properly mixing and matching paint.
- Valid driver license, maintained during employment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) during employment.
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
Responsibilities
- Prepare structures for painting by removing dirt, scale, rust, old paint coatings, grease, and other materials using appropriate processes, then apply paint to ensure proper adhesion.
- Perform routine daily maintenance on paint equipment.
- Operate high-reach equipment, forklifts, mechanical platforms, and specialized rigging and harnesses for suspended painting projects.
- Prepare paint and other materials while observing environmental regulations and taking measures to avoid pollution or contamination of waterways.
- Maintain daily records of the asset worked on, hours spent, and surface area painted.
- Recommend materials and equipment needed for job duties to the supervisor.
- Stay current on industrial equipment painting and preservation technology.
- Report equipment malfunctions to the immediate supervisor.
- Keep assigned equipment and work areas clean, organized, and professional.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
