PAINTER
About The Position
The Painter selects and mixes coating paints to achieve desired colors, prepares and maintains spraying equipment, and applies paint and other finishes to surfaces. The role includes preparing surfaces, applying touchups and additional coats, removing paint splatters, and cleaning spraying equipment daily. The Painter may also operate a blaster to clean steel and assist with grinding when painting work is not needed. The position is based in a warehouse/shop environment in Houston, Texas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed, and the shift is 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; employees must be able to work various shifts and overtime as necessary.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to stay alert and pay attention to the task.
- Punctuality in arriving at work and completing tasks.
- Self-motivated and a team player; able to work in a team environment.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Must complete a background check, drug screen, and physical.
- Must be able to work various shifts and overtime as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Select and mix coating paints to desired colors and prepare spraying equipment, including cleaning or adjusting spray guns.
- Follow direction from the area lead and work independently when not under direct supervision.
- Read and understand technical documents such as paint-mixing procedures, and maintain sprayer equipment as required.
- Develop proficiency with painting techniques, meet company productivity rates, maintain required mil thickness, and learn job tasks as required.
- Clean spraying equipment daily with solvent or other recommended cleaning solutions.
- Operate the blaster to clean steel according to specified safety requirements.
- Maintain respirator care and operation, and use the breathing-air supply system when spraying epoxy paints.
- Apply touchups or second coats and remove paint splatters when finished.
- Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes.
- Scrape, sandpaper, prime, or seal surfaces before painting.
- Assist with grinding when painting is not needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
