Custom Industrial Painter

Tigercat Industries; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

RRSP matching

Healthcare benefits

Training reimbursement

Social events

Job summary

Tigercat Industries is seeking a skilled paint technician for Cambridge, ON. This role covers surface preparation, applying primers and coatings, and maintaining spray equipment and paint booths.

You will read paint specs, mix to precise ratios, and ensure quality finishes on heavy equipment components. The position involves day and afternoon shifts, with a $3.00/hour shift premium for afternoons, and a safety-focused environment valuing teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship exposure or industrial painting experience is an asset.
• Ability to stand long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different coatings.

Responsibilities

• Use spray equipment to apply paint and other materials.
• Prepare surfaces by sanding, scraping and grinding.
• Read and follow electronic paint specifications and mix paint per ratios.
• Adjust spray gun nozzles and paint mixes for proper flow and thickness.
• Monitor for flaws and correct causes, sanding between coats.
• Clean and disassemble sprayers and power equipment for maintenance.
• Label, store and dispose of paint-related waste properly.
• Maintain paint booth and related equipment and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Adapt to change

Problem solving

Education

Exposure to apprenticeship programs or industrial painting

Tools

Spray guns

Sanders

Industrial painting tools

Job description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Location

200 Avenue Road, Cambridge, ON

Dedicated Day Shift

6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday

Dedicated Afternoon Shift

2:30pm - 1:00am, Monday - Thursday

Shift Premium

$3.00 per hour for afternoons

Job Duties

• Use of spray equipment to apply paint and other materials
• Clean and prep surfaces using processes such as sanding, scraping and grinding
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, or sandblasters
• Responsible for reading and reviewing the electronic paint specifications, apply primer, mix paint to the correct ratio as per paint specifications as well as apply paint based on the exact mil specifications required by our customers
• Pour paint into spray guns and adjust nozzles and paint mixes for proper paint flow and coating thickness
• Monitor and identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks, and correct their causes
• Sand surfaces between coats of paint or primer to remove flaws and enhance adhesion for subsequent coats
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment, using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths for cleaning duties
• Ensure all paint related waste is properly labeled, stored and disposed of
• Maintain paint booth and associated equipment to ensure proper working condition
• Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed
• Safely operate overhead cranes to move material to and from paint booths

Skills and Experience

• Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or other unexpected events
• Attention to detail to ensure precision in painting applications
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve effectively and efficiently
• Physical requirements include standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 pounds, and bending
• Understanding of different coatings and their properties
• Familiarity with spray guns, sanders, and other industrial painting tools

Qualifications

• Exposure to apprenticeship programs, classroom instruction or industrial painting experience an asset, or a willingness and desire to learn

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more!
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

Interested in learning more? Visit your FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story !

MacDonald Steel Limited strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.