Industrial Coatings Specialist

H&H Sheet Metal; Russellville (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

H & H Sheet Metal Fabricators Inc is seeking an Industrial Painter to prepare surfaces and apply protective coatings to structural steel, piping and tanks. You will read project specs, mix coatings, and operate spray equipment to ensure quality finishes both indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities include surface prep, coating application, inspections, touch-ups, and documentation. OSHA rules and safety procedures must be followed; experience with industrial coatings and working at heights is

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial coating applications and finishes.
• Ability to read coating specifications and work instructions.
• Strong time management and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces through sanding, grinding, blasting, scraping, pressure washing, or chemical cleaning.
• Apply primers, epoxies, urethanes, zinc coatings, fireproofing coatings, and industrial finishes.
• Operate airless spray equipment, conventional spray systems, rollers, and brushes.
• Mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect completed work for coating thickness, finish quality, adhesion, and overall appearance.
• Perform touch-up painting and repair damaged coatings.
• Protect surrounding equipment and work areas from overspray and contamination.
• Maintain spray equipment and painting tools.
• Read and interpret project drawings, coating specifications, and work instructions.
• Assist with scaffold setup, containment systems, masking, and material handling.
• Maintain accurate documentation of coating materials used and production quantities.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety procedures.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist other crafts when workload requires.

Skills

Industrial painting

Spray equipment operation

Reading coating specifications

Time management

Tools

Airless spray equipment

Conventional spray systems

Job description

The Industrial Painter is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing structural steel, piping, equipment, tanks, and other industrial components using various protective coatings. This position ensures surfaces are properly prepared and coatings are applied in accordance with project specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and safety requirements while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

• Prepare surfaces through sanding, grinding, blasting, scraping, pressure washing, or chemical cleaning.
• Apply primers, epoxies, urethanes, zinc coatings, fireproofing coatings, and industrial finishes.
• Operate airless spray equipment, conventional spray systems, rollers, and brushes.
• Mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect completed work for coating thickness, finish quality, adhesion, and overall appearance.
• Perform touch-up painting and repair damaged coatings.
• Protect surrounding equipment and work areas from overspray and contamination.
• Maintain spray equipment and painting tools.
• Read and interpret project drawings, coating specifications, and work instructions.
• Assist with scaffold setup, containment systems, masking, and material handling.
• Maintain accurate documentation of coating materials used and production quantities.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety procedures.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist other crafts when workload requires.
• 2+ years of industrial painting experience preferred.
• Experience with industrial protective coating systems.
• Ability to operate spray painting equipment safely.
• Basic understanding of coating preparation standards.
• Ability to work at heights using lifts and scaffolding.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• SSPC or AMPP Coating Certifications
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• Aerial Lift Certification
• Confined Space Training
• Respirator Fit Test Certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Industrial coating applications
• Spray equipment operation
• Time management
• Ability to read coating specifications
• Mechanical aptitude
• Team-oriented attitude

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lift over 75 pounds with assistance.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and elevated structures.
• Stand, kneel, crawl, bend, and reach throughout the workday.
• Wear required PPE including respirators.
• Work in confined spaces and elevated work areas.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing facilities
• Exposure to paint fumes, dust, weather, and noise
• Extended work hours and overtime as required