Industrial Painter

Arcosa, Inc.; Newton, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. in Newton, IA is seeking a Painter to prepare materials and surfaces for coatings and apply industrial finishes on metal and other surfaces. You will operate spray equipment and ensure coatings meet specifications.

This role requires ability to use conventional and airless spray equipment, plus attention to safety, quality, and attendance. A high school diploma or GED and English proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year painting experience preferred.
• Read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Perform proper equipment inspections.

Responsibilities

• Spray and apply coatings to surfaces per specifications.
• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces for coating processes.
• Train in surface preparation through blast process.
• Operate conventional and airless spray equipment for industrial finishes.
• Observe quality and maintain safe working practices.

Skills

Coatings application

Surface preparation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Conventional spray equipment

Airless spray equipment

Plural component pumps

Wet film gauge

Job description

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towersis now hiring for a Painter. As a Painter, you will prepare materials, surfaces, and structures for coverage with paint, laminate, rubber, or other material. You will apply coatings to specifications and complete detailed special applications, as appropriate, to the surface and final product requirements.

Job Location:

Newton, IA

What you’ll do:

• Spray and apply hand-held application of coatings
• May use hand tools to clean or prepare interior and exterior product surfaces
• May train in surface preparation through blast process
• Operate conventional and airless spray equipment to apply industrial finishes on metal and other types of surfaces
• Maintain attendance within acceptable standards
• Observe for quality defects and workmanship
• Will be exposed to industrial paint kitchens and high-pressure lines

What you’ll need:

• Ability to operate plural component pumps and wet film gage is preferred
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• 1 year of experience is preferred
• Read, write, and speak proficiently in English
• Perform proper equipment inspections

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will beresponsiblefor:

• Activating the potential of our people,
• Caring for our customers,
• Optimizing operations and
• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive:

Yes

• Health & Pharmacy
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

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