Industrial Painter/ Sand Blaster

vertexca; Alida; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Advancement Opportunities

Extended Health Benefits

Dental Coverage

Vision Care and Glasses Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Safe working environment

Safety Ticket Program Reimbursement

Stable Employment

Accommodations Available

Job summary

Vertex is hiring an Industrial Painter/Sand Blaster in Alida, SK. You will prepare, sand, coat, and finish truck tankers and trailers, ensuring quality and safety throughout the process.

You will mix coatings, operate spray equipment and maintain paint booths, while complying with environmental and health regulations. A valid driver’s license is an asset and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial painting and/or abrasive blasting.
• Knowledge of surface preparation and industrial coating systems.
• Experience operating spray-painting and blasting equipment.
• Ability to read and follow coating specifications and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of lifting, standing, bending, and working in confined or demanding environments.
• Valid driver's license is an asset.
• Safety certifications and industrial experience are considered assets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare truck tankers, trailers, and components for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, masking, and applying body filler as required.
• Inspect surfaces for dents, corrosion, or damage and complete minor repairs before painting.
• Mix paints, primers, hardeners, and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Enter vessels using our confined space entry procedure and sand blast and apply tank coating as required
• Apply primers, base coats, clear coats, and industrial coatings using spray equipment and other application methods.
• Operate and maintain paint booths, spray guns, air compressors, and related painting equipment.
• Ensure proper paint thickness, colour consistency, and finish quality.
• Perform touch-ups, polishing, and finishing work to meet quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Complete production documentation and communicate repair or coating concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with other shop duties as required.
• Other duties as directed by your direct supervisor or manager

Skills

Industrial painting

Abrasive blasting

Surface preparation

Coating systems

Spray painting equipment

Reading coating specs

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Driver's license (asset)

Safety certifications (asset)

Tools

Paint booths

Spray guns

Air compressors

Job description

OVERVIEW

VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE.

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 60 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects.

Vertex is currently accepting applications for full-time Industrial Painter/ Sand Blaster located in Alida, SK. The successful candidate will provide maintenance for Vertex’s equipment, semi-trucks and trailers.

BENEFITS OF WORKING ON THE VERTEX TEAM

• Competitive Wages
• Advancement Opportunities
• Extended Health Benefits
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Care and Glasses Coverage
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• A safe working environment
• Safety Ticket Program Reimbursement
• Stable Employment
• Accommodations Available

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in industrial painting and/or abrasive blasting.
• Knowledge of surface preparation and industrial coating systems.
• Experience operating spray-painting and blasting equipment.
• Ability to read and follow coating specifications and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of lifting, standing, bending, and working in confined or demanding environments.
• Valid driver's license is an asset.
• Safety certifications and industrial experience are considered assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare truck tankers, trailers, and components for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, masking, and applying body filler as required.
• Inspect surfaces for dents, corrosion, or damage and complete minor repairs before painting.
• Mix paints, primers, hardeners, and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Enter vessels using our confined space entry procedure and sand blast and apply tank coating as required
• Apply primers, base coats, clear coats, and industrial coatings using spray equipment and other application methods.
• Operate and maintain paint booths, spray guns, air compressors, and related painting equipment.
• Ensure proper paint thickness, colour consistency, and finish quality.
• Perform touch-ups, polishing, and finishing work to meet quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Complete production documentation and communicate repair or coating concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with other shop duties as required.
• Other duties as directed by your direct supervisor or manager