Cryogenic Trailer Painter — Precision Finishes, PTO & 401(k)

Plug Power; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral

Employee assistance

Job summary

Plug Power is seeking an experienced Painter to prepare, paint, and finish trailer surfaces and parts in our facility. You will color-match and apply base coats and clear coats using spray equipment, while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to operate spray guns and refinishing tools, and a commitment to high-quality finishes on automotive surfaces. This is a hands-on position in a body shop/manufacturing environment with PPE mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred).
• Experience in automotive painting, refinishing, or collision repair.
• Knowledge of paint mixing, application techniques, and finishing processes.
• Ability to operate spray guns, sanding tools, and refinishing equipment.
• You must be fit for and able to wear full face respirator.
• Understanding and following safety practices and chemical handling procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trailer or parts surfaces by sanding, masking, cleaning, and priming prior to painting.
• Mix and match paint colors to manufacturer specifications and customer requirements.
• Apply primers, sealers, base coats, and clear coats using spray equipment.
• Inspect surfaces for defects and ensure high-quality finish standards.
• Repair minor surface imperfections, including scratches, dents, and corrosion areas.
• Maintain painting equipment, spray booths, and tools in proper working condition.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and hazardous material handling regulations.
• Perform quality checks and complete touch-ups as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Document work performed and communicate with technicians or supervisors regarding job status.
• Electronically recording products sprayed and amounts of products used.
• Operating a blast booth and performing material prep with blast media.

Skills

Automotive painting

Finish processes

Spray equipment

Safety procedures

Detail oriented

Lifting/standing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Spray guns

Sanding tools

Refinishing equipment

Blast booth

Job description

Plug Power is seeking an experienced Painter to prepare, paint, and finish trailer surfaces and parts in our facility. You will color-match and apply base coats and clear coats using spray equipment, while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to operate spray guns and refinishing tools, and a commitment to high-quality finishes on automotive surfaces. This is a hands-on position in a body shop/manufacturing environment with PPE mandatory.