Painter

Arcosa Careers•Newton, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc., a manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America, is hiring a Painter in Newton, Iowa. The Painter prepares materials, surfaces, and structures for coating with paint, laminate, rubber, or other materials; applies coatings to specifications; and completes detailed special applications according to surface and final-product requirements. The work takes place in plant, warehouse, production, and non-production areas, as well as on plant grounds. The role is safety-sensitive and may require work or maintenance coverage beyond normal hours or shifts, including weekends and holidays. The work environment can involve high and low temperatures and the loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant, as well as exposure to industrial paint kitchens and high-pressure lines.

Requirements

Read, write, and speak proficiently in English.
Perform proper equipment inspections.
Be aware of and observe applicable safety practices, including use of required safety glasses, safety boots, and hearing protection.
Follow all safety rules and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate plural component pumps and a wet film gage.
High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience.

Responsibilities

Spray and apply coatings by hand-held application.
Use hand tools to clean or prepare interior and exterior product surfaces.
May train in surface preparation through the blast process.
Operate conventional and airless spray equipment to apply industrial finishes to metal and other surfaces.
Maintain attendance within acceptable standards.
Observe for quality defects and workmanship.
Perform proper equipment inspections.
Observe safety practices, follow safety rules and procedures, and participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.
Support the company's focus on its people, customers, operational optimization, sustainability, and a results-driven culture aligned with long-term value creation.