Bridge Painter/Industrial Coating Technician

Forcepersonnelok; Edmond, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Forcepersonnelok is hiring a Bridge Painter / Industrial Coating Technician to work on bridge, commercial, and industrial coating projects across Oklahoma. This is a full-time, field-based role requiring hands-on work, safety awareness, and the ability to travel to project sites.

Candidates with experience in bridge painting, blasting, or industrial coatings can earn $24–$30 per hour, with overtime based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in bridge painting or surface preparation required.
• Ability to perform abrasive blasting and apply industrial coatings.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel throughout Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for coating applications.
• Perform abrasive blasting and surface prep.
• Operate pressure washers and spray equipment.
• Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings.
• Work on bridges and industrial structures at heights.
• Follow safety procedures and project specifications.

Skills

Bridge painting

Abrasive blasting

Surface preparation

Industrial coatings

Airless spray equipment

Commercial painting

Tools

Pressure washers

Scaffolding safety equipment

Job description

Bridge Painter / Industrial Coating Technician Location: Projects Throughout Oklahoma Pay: $24.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Full-Time | Overtime Available Based on Project Needs Position Type: Temp-to-Hire Work Location: In Person / Field-Based

Put Your Industrial Coating Experience to Work

We are currently hiring dependable, safety-focused individuals for Bridge Painter / Industrial Coating Technician opportunities working on bridge, commercial, and industrial coating projects throughout Oklahoma. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who have experience in bridge painting, sandblasting, surface preparation, industrial coatings, airless spray systems, or commercial painting and are looking for steady, full-time work with long-term potential. Candidates with direct bridge painting experience can qualify for the highest pay range, but previous bridge painting experience is not required for candidates with strong blasting or industrial coating backgrounds. This is a physically demanding, hands-on trade position. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors, traveling to project sites, working at significant heights, and following strict safety procedures.

Pay Based on Experience

• Heavy Bridge Painting Experience — $28.00–$30.00/hour
• Blasting / Industrial Coating Experience — $24.00–$27.00/hour

This pay range is designed for candidates with hands-on experience performing bridge painting, blasting, surface preparation, or industrial coating work on major infrastructure projects.

Strong candidates may have experience with: Bridge painting and recoating Steel surface preparation Abrasive blasting Industrial coatings Airless spray equipment Protective coating systems Working from scaffolding, lifts, platforms, or elevated structures Large-scale infrastructure or industrial projects

Candidates with previous blasting, industrial painting, protective coating, or commercial coating experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Previous bridge painting experience is not required if you have transferable industrial skills and are willing to learn the requirements of bridge and infrastructure coating work.

Position Overview

As a Bridge Painter / Industrial Coating Technician, you will work alongside experienced tradespeople performing surface preparation, blasting, painting, coating, maintenance, and restoration work on bridges and other commercial or industrial structures. The work changes based on the project, so successful candidates must be flexible, dependable, mechanically capable, and willing to perform a variety of physically demanding duties. Your work directly contributes to protecting major structures from corrosion, weather, and long-term damage.

What You'll Be Doing

Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing steel, concrete, and other surfaces for protective coating applications.
• Performing abrasive blasting and other surface preparation procedures.
• Operating pressure washers and related cleaning equipment.
• Removing rust, scale, debris, failing coatings, and surface contaminants.
• Applying primers, paints, sealants, and protective industrial coatings.
• Using rollers, brushes, and airless spray equipment.
• Assisting with bridge painting and recoating projects.
• Removing deteriorated caulking and sealant materials.
• Installing or replacing caulking and sealants as required.
• Mixing and preparing coating materials according to project specifications.
• Protecting surrounding surfaces and work areas before coating applications.
• Moving, lifting, carrying, and positioning tools and materials.
• Setting up and breaking down equipment and work areas.
• Maintaining hoses, spray equipment, tools, and job-site materials.
• Helping maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assisting experienced painters, blasters, and crew leaders.
• Inspecting completed work for proper coverage and quality.
• Following project specifications and supervisor instructions.
• Adapting to changing duties as project conditions require.
• Following all company, project, and job-site safety requirements.

Work Environment

This is not an indoor production painting position. Candidates should understand that bridge and industrial coating work can be physically demanding and performed in challenging outdoor environments. You must be comfortable working:

• Outdoors for extended periods
• On bridges and elevated structures
• Several stories above ground level
• From lifts, scaffolding, platforms, or similar equipment
• In temperatures above 85°F
• In temperatures below 40°F
• Around industrial equipment and active construction environments
• During occasional nights and weekends
• Extended hours when projects require overtime

If heights, outdoor conditions, or physically demanding work are not something you are comfortable with, this position may not be the right fit.

Travel Requirements

Projects are located throughout Oklahoma, and employees must be flexible regarding project locations. Depending on the assignment, travel may include:

• Daily travel to different project sites
• Travel outside the Oklahoma City metro
• Projects throughout Oklahoma
• Occasional overnight travel
• Early morning departures
• Extended project schedules
• Occasional night or weekend work

Candidates must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be physically capable of performing industrial field work throughout the workday. This may include the ability to:

• Lift at least 50 pounds without assistance
• Carry tools, hoses, equipment, and materials
• Bend and stoop repeatedly
• Kneel and crouch
• Reach overhead
• Climb as required by the work environment
• Push and pull equipment
• Maintain balance while working from elevated areas
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Safely use both hands and arms to operate tools and equipment
• Perform repetitive physical movements throughout the shift

Candidates must also have adequate vision and hearing, naturally or with correction, to safely perform assigned work and recognize job-site hazards.

What We're Looking For

Strong candidates will be dependable, safety-conscious, comfortable working with their hands, and willing to take direction from experienced tradespeople.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening
• Ability to successfully complete a drug screen
• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
• Comfortable working at significant heights
• Comfortable performing physically demanding outdoor work
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Strong attention to safety
• Dependable and punctual attendance
• Willingness to travel throughout Oklahoma
• Ability to work effectively as part of a crew
• Willingness to work overtime, nights, or weekends when projects require it

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following areas may help you qualify:

• Heavy bridge painting
• Industrial painting
• Commercial painting
• Abrasive blasting
• Sandblasting
• Industrial coatings
• Protective coatings
• Epoxy coatings
• Surface preparation
• Airless spray equipment
• Pressure washing
• Steel preparation
• Concrete coatings
• Corrosion control
• Construction
• Infrastructure maintenance
• Industrial maintenance

What Makes a Strong Candidate?

We're looking for individuals who understand that industrial coating work requires more than simply applying paint. A successful candidate will be someone who:

• Takes safety seriously
• Shows up on time and ready to work
• Is comfortable working outdoors
• Doesn't have a fear of heights
• Can handle physically demanding work
• Pays attention to details
• Takes pride in producing quality work
• Listens to supervisors and experienced crew members
• Can work independently when needed
• Works well as part of a team
• Is willing to learn new techniques and equipment
• Can adapt when job-site conditions or project needs change
• Is interested in developing a long-term skilled trade career

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers experienced painters and industrial coating professionals the opportunity to take their skills into specialized infrastructure work.

Position highlights include:

• $24.00–$30.00 per hour
• Higher pay available for experienced bridge painters
• Full-time work
• Potential overtime
• Temp-to-hire opportunity
• Specialized industrial and infrastructure experience
• Opportunity to develop additional blasting and coating skills
• Projects located throughout Oklahoma
• Hands-on work in a skilled trade environment
• Opportunity for long-term employment based on performance

Safety-Sensitive Position

This is a safety-sensitive position due to the nature of the work, equipment being used, elevated work environments, and active construction or industrial job sites. Candidates must be capable of following all required safety procedures and successfully completing required pre-employment screening.