Structural Paint Lead

Flex • Fontana, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Crown Technical Systems, a Flex Company, is a leader in power distribution and protection systems, specializing in sophisticated, state-of-the-art relay and control panels, medium voltage switchgear, and enclosures (power/control buildings/E-Houses). They focus on customized, turn-key solutions that ensure safe, secure, and reliable power distribution. Working at Crown Technical Systems offers a dynamic and rewarding career path, empowering individuals through hands-on training, mentorship, and a culture of internal promotion to contribute to projects that truly matter. Flex welcomes people of all backgrounds, fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative culture where employees thrive by living values of support, disciplined speed, and doing the right thing. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in career growth, and join their purpose to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives. The Lead Structural Painter position, located in Fontana, CA, reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for painting metal bases, steel tube frames, and steel c-channels for the company's enclosure buildings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-4 years of previous experience in a related field
• Excellent knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix, and apply them
• Solid knowledge of painting techniques and the use of appropriate tools (brushes, rollers, caulking guns, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions and provide consistent work.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a fabrication shop preferred

Responsibilities

• Applies paint, stains, varnishes, enamels, and other coatings to metal and steel surfaces with brushes, rollers, or other tools
• Prepares surfaces for painting: fills cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers using caulking guns or putty knives; smooth surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines
• Applies primers or seals to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, finish coats
• Covers surfaces with drop clothes or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting
• Read work orders and blueprints to determine work requirements
• Calculates amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements and/or work orders
• Maintains a clean work area
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED