Industrial Coatings Technician: Sandblast & Paint

Socket.dev; Andrews (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Training opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Loenbro in Andrews, TX is seeking a skilled Painter/Sandblaster to perform surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and industrial coating applications on diverse structures and equipment. This on-site role requires adherence to project specs, safety rules, and quality standards while working in industrial environments.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year experience in painting, blasting, or related fields.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of industrial painting, blasting, construction, or related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with painting, coating, and surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and painting equipment.
• Basic understanding of industrial safety procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and client-required screenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting, sandblasting, and surface preparation activities using approved methods and equipment.
• Clean, strip, and prepare metal, concrete, and other surfaces for coating application.
• Apply industrial coatings, primers, paints, sealants, and specialty finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
• Prepare and mix paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Verify surface cleanliness and preparation standards prior to coating application.
• Operate airless spray equipment, conventional spray systems, blast pots, compressors, and related equipment.
• Measure and monitor coating thickness to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Protect surrounding areas through proper masking, covering, and containment procedures.
• Perform touch-up, maintenance, and repair coating work as required.
• Inspect completed work and identify defects requiring correction.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow all safety requirements related to respiratory protection, hazardous materials, confined spaces, and elevated work.
• Complete daily work reports and documentation as required.
• Participate in safety meetings, trainings, and job hazard analyses (JHAs).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial painting

Surface preparation

Safety procedures

Coating specifications

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Airless spray system

Blast pots

Scaffold experience

Job description

Loenbro in Andrews, TX is seeking a skilled Painter/Sandblaster to perform surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and industrial coating applications on diverse structures and equipment. This on-site role requires adherence to project specs, safety rules, and quality standards while working in industrial environments.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year experience in painting, blasting, or related fields.