Coatings Technician I

Carboline; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carboline in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Technician to apply our coatings to panels used by customers, Sales, and R&D. This hands‑on role supports testing, product evaluations, and the creation of sales aids that showcase the Carboline brand quality.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least one year of painting or coating experience, and must pass the Jaeger Eye Test. Candidates will work on equipment, demos, and safety procedures in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of painting or coating application experience.
• Must successfully pass a Jaeger Eye Test.

Responsibilities

• Prepare panels for coating using tools—including hand tools, power tools, abrasive blast cabinets, and pin welders—and perform routine maintenance to keep equipment running smoothly.
• Operate and maintain mixing equipment, airless sprayers, and conventional spray systems to apply Carboline products with consistency and precision.
• Accurately document all panel production and, once certified, complete nuclear testing spray orders.
• Maintain a well‑organized inventory of standard panel systems to support internal and external requests.
• Apply a working knowledge of coating technologies to ensure proper application, curing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Partner with the R&D team on product evaluations, new formulations, and equipment trials.
• Support Sales and Training teams by assisting with product and equipment demonstrations for customer schools, internal sessions, and hands‑on training events.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment through daily housekeeping efforts.
• Take an active role in hazard recognition and injury prevention by following all safety rules and reporting any incidents immediately.
• Use basic computer skills—including Microsoft Office and email—to complete documentation and communication tasks.
• Follow all environmental regulations and procedures to ensure hazardous materials and waste are managed responsibly.
• Complete required annual training, including RCRA Hazardous Waste and Carboline's Contingency Plan, and apply this knowledge on the job.
• Champion all safety and quality standards.

Skills

Painting/coating experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Airless sprayers

Conventional spray systems

Abrasive blast cabinets

Pin welders

Welding tools

Job description

Carboline in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Technician to apply our coatings to panels used by customers, Sales, and R&D. This hands‑on role supports testing, product evaluations, and the creation of sales aids that showcase the Carboline brand quality.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least one year of painting or coating experience, and must pass the Jaeger Eye Test. Candidates will work on equipment, demos, and safety procedures in a dynamic manufacturing environment.