Painter

MacLean Engineering; North Bay; On-site; CAD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Engineering in North Bay, Ontario is seeking a Painter I to operate an industrial paint booth and spray equipment, applying primers and coatings to a variety of components. This full‑time role includes prep, masking, and touch‑ups, with strict safety procedures on the shop floor.

You will work day shifts with potential overtime. A minimum high school diploma and 3–5 years of related painting experience are required; training may be conducted at other Ontario sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion.
• 3-5 years of related industrial/manufacturing and/or auto collision paint experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain an industrial paint booth and spray equipment.
• Professionally apply primer and multi-part paint and other coatings to surfaces.
• Mix paints according to a pre-determined formula using equipment.
• Prepare items by masking, sand, and surface prep as required.
• Operate material handling devices such as overhead cranes and forklifts per safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records using PC-based software.
• Cross-train in other departments as needed.

Skills

Paint application

Spray painting

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Paint booth equipment

Spray guns

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Painter I

LOCATION: North Bay, Ontario

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Salary: $28 to $30 per hour

Purpose of Role The Painter is responsible for operating and maintaining an industrial paint booth and spray equipment to apply paint, enamel lacquer, and other non-metallic protective and decorative coatings to surfaces of various products

*Training might be required to be completed at one of our other Ontario Sites

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Working within an industrial paint booth, safely operate, clean, and maintain all paint spray equipment, including the booth itself, guns, pots, and solvent based cleaner.
• Utilizing handheld spray guns, professionally apply primer and multi-part paint and other non-metallic protective and decorative coatings to surfaces of various component parts.
• Following drawings, select appropriate paint and mix same, using paint mixing equipment according to a pre-determined formula.
• As required, clean, shot-blast, strip, sand, remove corrosion, fill dents or otherwise prepare items for application of paint.
• As required, mask areas using masking tape, magnets, or grease to omit paint as specified.
• Paint smaller items and apply touch-ups using brush methods.
• Operate material handling devices such as overhead cranes, and forklift in compliance with applicable safety standards. Safely utilize various types of rigging for lift and transportation of loads.
• Maintain accurate records utilizing various PC based software applications.
• Cross train within other departments as may be required on temporary basis.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion

Experience

• Three to Five (3-5) years of related industrial/manufacturing and/or auto collision paint experience

Working Conditions

• Factory Setting
• Standing for long periods of time
• Fluctuating temperatures
• Required to wear PPE on shop floor at all times, including ‘Man Down’ motion sensing device

Planned Training

• HR Orientation
• HSE Orientation
• Forklift
• Overhead Crane and Slinging

Bona fide Occupational Requirements

• Must be able to complete all required training programs
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs
• Ability to wear a respirator

Employment Category

Full Time

Part Time

Temporary

Permanent

Contract

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm

Day Shift

Afternoon Shift

Weekend Shift

Overtime may be necessary to meet deadlines

About Us:

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety‑first environment to build high‑quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.