HVLP Painter Trainee: Learn Enamels & Epoxy Onsite

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Clarks Village (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Health plan options

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. (GDIT) in Pawcatuck, CT is hiring a Maintenance Trades Helper Painter Trainee. The role supports painting operations across defense shipbuilding crafts, operating HVLP spray guns and reading blueprints to ensure quality finishes.

Ideal candidates may have 0–2 years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a willingness to learn in a safety‑moculated environment with opportunities for skill development and certification paths.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read basic blueprints.
• Detail-oriented with careful workmanship.
• Experience or exposure to spray painting processes.

Responsibilities

• Spray paint using HVLP spray guns.
• Read and understand Tech Data Sheets for paint mixing and application.
• Prep parts for paint using sanding methods and sand blasting when required.
• Operate small hand tools such as dial calipers, tape measures and scales.

Skills

Blueprints

Detail-Oriented

Spray Painting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. (GDIT) in Pawcatuck, CT is hiring a Maintenance Trades Helper Painter Trainee. The role supports painting operations across defense shipbuilding crafts, operating HVLP spray guns and reading blueprints to ensure quality finishes.

Ideal candidates may have 0–2 years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a willingness to learn in a safety‑moculated environment with opportunities for skill development and certification paths.