Industrial Painter

Barnhart Energy Company; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

Barnhart Energy Company in Memphis, TN is seeking an Industrial Painter to prep surfaces, apply coatings, and finish heavy equipment across shop and field projects. This hands-on role delivers visible results daily while supporting cranes, heavy haul equipment, and fabrication work.

You will operate forklifts and painting systems, maintain safety, and contribute to quality and efficiency, with opportunities for long-term growth in a safety-first, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial painting and coating applications.
• Knowledge of paint prep, surface prep and finishing techniques.
• Ability to operate or learn forklifts, blasting equipment and paint systems.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork.
• Maintain a professional and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and components for painting through surface preparation, blasting, and finishing processes.
• Apply industrial coatings using conventional spray equipment, pressure pot systems, cup guns, and electrostatic paint systems.
• Paint and refinish heavy equipment, fabricated components and specialty machinery.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as forklifts, compressors, blasting equipment, and paint systems.
• Work with shop leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards.
• Contribute ideas that improve shop efficiency, quality, and safety.

Skills

Industrial painting

Coating application

Paint preparation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

Forklifts

Blasting equipment

Paint systems

Job description

Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America

At Barnhart, we don't just move heavy equipment—we build, maintain, and customize the equipment that powers some of the most complex lifting and transportation projects in the country. As an Industrial Painter, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our cranes, heavy haul equipment, and custom fabrication projects are protected, professional, and ready for the field.

What You’ll Do

This is a hands-on position where you'll see the results of your work every day while supporting a wide variety of equipment and projects across the company.

• Prepare equipment and components for painting through surface preparation, blasting, and finishing processes.
• Apply industrial coatings using conventional spray equipment, pressure pot systems, cup guns, and electrostatic paint systems.
• Paint and refinish a variety of heavy equipment, fabricated components, and specialty machinery.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as forklifts, compressors, blasting equipment, and paint systems.
• Work closely with shop leadership and team members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
• Contribute ideas that improve shop efficiency, quality, and safety.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule
• Permanent, full-time role
• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employment
• Paid time off and other benefits
• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading equipment
• Long‑term growth opportunities
• Join a company with a strong safety‑first, team‑driven culture

What You Bring

Required:

• Experience with industrial painting and coating application.
• Knowledge of paint preparation, surface preparation, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to operate or learn equipment such as forklifts, blasting equipment, and paint systems.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Ability to maintain a professional and organized work environment.

Preferred:

• Experience with pressure pot, cup‑style, and electrostatic paint systems.
• Previous experience painting industrial equipment, heavy machinery, or fabricated steel components.
• Familiarity with sandblasting and surface preparation processes.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran