Painter

Xylem • Bridgeport, CT

8h • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Job Summary: The Painter is responsible for the preparation and painting industrial pumps and accessory equipment. The Painter is also responsible for the preparation and use of the correct paint mixtures to insure proper paint adhesion and overall appearance. We offer a full benefits package to include 4 WEEKS Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions, health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and other additional miscellaneous benefits.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent
• 1 - 3 years of industrial painting experience

Nice To Haves

• Auto body, paint shop or vocational technical center experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Comply with XDS and OSHA safety standards, procedures and regulations, including daily attendance of safety/toolbox meetings.
• Move equipment in and out of preparation and paint booth areas using a forklift.
• Accurately prepare paint to ensure proper adhesion.
• Inspect equipment to ensure surfaces have been properly prepared prior to applying electrostatic paint.
• Properly store or dispose of unused paints or solvents.
• Clean, maintain and inspect painting equipment after each use.
• Ability to properly operate electrostatic paint application equipment
• General knowledge of safety equipment including respirators
• Ability to maintain paint equipment
• General knowledge of paint booth equipment and proper housekeeping procedures
• Ability to operate and use basic hand tools
• General mechanical aptitude
• Ability to operate forklifts
• Ability and willingness to follow directions and be a team player
• Ability to work independently as needed

Benefits

• 4 WEEKS Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions
• health
• dental
• vision
• investment savings plan
• other additional miscellaneous benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision plans
• 401(k) with company contribution
• paid time off
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees