Industrial Automotive Painter: Precise Finishes

Alamo Group Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alamo Group Inc. Industrial / Automotive Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, and painting heavy equipment components and assembled units, including grapple trucks and loaders. This role ensures high-quality finishes meeting durability and appearance standards while maintaining a safe work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Training and safety compliance are emphasized to uphold company standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• 2+ years of experience in industrial or automotive painting (heavy equipment experience preferred).
• Knowledge of surface preparation, coating applications, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to use spray painting equipment and related tools.
• Basic understanding of OSHA safety standards and hazardous material handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, blasting, masking, and applying fillers as needed.
• Mix and apply paints, primers, and coatings using spray guns and other applications.
• Apply industrial coatings to metal parts and fully assembled heavy equipment.
• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure proper coverage, thickness, and quality standards.
• Maintain paint equipment, booths, and tools in safe working condition.
• Follow all safety procedures related to hazardous materials and ventilation systems.
• Read and interpret work orders, technical drawings, and coating specifications.
• Perform touch-ups and rework as necessary.
• Track materials usage and maintain accurate production records.
• Collaborate with fabrication and assembly teams to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Industrial painting

Surface preparation

Reading technical drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray painting equipment

Job description

The Alamo Group Inc. Industrial / Automotive Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, and painting heavy equipment components and assembled units, including grapple trucks and loaders. This role ensures high-quality finishes meeting durability and appearance standards while maintaining a safe work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Training and safety compliance are emphasized to uphold company standards.