Industrial Coatings Apprentice – Learn Paint in a Shop

Hyde Park Industrial Solutions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyde Park Industrial Solutions is seeking an Industrial Coatings Apprentice to learn painting and shop support in a clean, climate-controlled facility in Charlotte, NC. You will split time between painting and general shop tasks, gaining experience with spray equipment and surface prep.

No prior industrial painting experience is required. A High School diploma or GED is needed, and the role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail while training you in safety and fabrication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Good mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable, positive, and team-oriented.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to read a tape measure to 1/16 inch.
• Willing to learn to use hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and paint custom hydraulic systems and assemblies.
• Clean, power wash, sand surfaces for coating prep.
• Mask and tape components to protect features.
• Assist with airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment; training provided.
• Mix and apply enamels, epoxies, polyurethanes, and other coatings.
• Maintain spray equipment and keep the paint area organized.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Tape measure reading

Tool safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power Tools

Overhead Crane

Forklifts

Paint Sprayer (Graco)

Band Saw

Belt Sander

Job description

Hyde Park Industrial Solutions is seeking an Industrial Coatings Apprentice to learn painting and shop support in a clean, climate-controlled facility in Charlotte, NC. You will split time between painting and general shop tasks, gaining experience with spray equipment and surface prep.

No prior industrial painting experience is required. A High School diploma or GED is needed, and the role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail while training you in safety and fabrication