Industrial Coatings Technician & Blaster

Taurus Industrial Group; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Painter/Blaster at Taurus Industrial Group is responsible for abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and applying industrial coatings on structural steel, piping, tanks, vessels, and equipment. Surfaces must be prepared and coated per project specifications and safety standards, ensuring quality and productivity.

The role requires knowledge of coating systems, ability to operate blasting and painting equipment, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Previous experience in industrial blasting and painting preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial coating systems, surface preparation standards, and coating application techniques.
• Ability to safely operate blasting and painting equipment.
• Familiarity with refinery, petrochemical, power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents, specifications, and safety procedures.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting activities using approved equipment and blasting media to prepare surfaces for coating applications.
• Clean and prepare surfaces by removing rust, mill scale, paint, corrosion, grease, dirt, and other contaminants in accordance with project specifications.
• Apply industrial coatings, primers, epoxies, urethanes, linings, and specialty coatings using brushes, rollers, conventional spray, and airless spray equipment.
• Mix, thin, and prepare coating materials according to manufacturer recommendations and project requirements.
• Inspect prepared surfaces and completed coatings to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Measure and record wet film thickness (WFT), dry film thickness (DFT), environmental conditions, and other quality control requirements.
• Operate, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot blasting and painting equipment, including blast pots, compressors, hoses, pumps, spray guns, and related tools.
• Construct containment systems, masking, tarping, and protective coverings to prevent contamination of adjacent areas.
• Read and interpret coating specifications, work packages, technical data sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and project requirements.
• Handle, store, and dispose of blasting media, coatings, and hazardous materials in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Maintain work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all company safety policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, inspectors, customers, and other craft personnel regarding work progress and quality concerns.

Skills

Abrasive blasting

Paint application

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Technical reading

Teamwork

Industrial environments

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Blasting equipment

Spray equipment

Coatings materials

Measuring tools

Safety equipment

Job description

The Painter/Blaster at Taurus Industrial Group is responsible for abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and applying industrial coatings on structural steel, piping, tanks, vessels, and equipment. Surfaces must be prepared and coated per project specifications and safety standards, ensuring quality and productivity.

The role requires knowledge of coating systems, ability to operate blasting and painting equipment, and a strong safety mindset.