Industrial Painter/ Sand Blaster

Vertex Resource Group Ltd.; Alida; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Advancement opportunities

Extended health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision care

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Safe working environment

Safety ticket program reimbursement

Stable employment

Accommodations available

Job summary

Vertex Resource Group Ltd. is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter/Sand Blaster to join our team in Alida, Saskatchewan.

The role focuses on painting truck tankers, trailers, and components, including surface preparation, masking, and coating applications, while adhering to safety standards. We value attention to detail, ability to work independently or with a team, and prior experience with coating specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting and abrasive blasting.
• Ability to read coating specifications and safety procedures.
• Comfortable working with spray-painting equipment and blasting tools.
• Physically capable of lifting and working in demanding environments.
• Valid driver's license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 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 perform minor repairs before painting.
• Mix paints, primers, hardeners, and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Enter vessels using confined space entry procedures and sand blast and apply tank coating as required.
• Apply primers, base coats, clear coats, and industrial coatings using spray equipment.
• 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 and finishing work to meet quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including hazardous materials handling.
• Inspect completed work to meet customer specifications and company 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 directed.

Skills

Industrial painting

Abrasive blasting

Surface preparation

Safety procedures

Read coating specs

Attention to detail

Team player

Driver's license

Spray equipment handling

Tools

Spray painting equipment

Blasting equipment

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