Gencor is seeking experienced Industrial/Commercial Painters to join our team. This position is not suitable for residential painters.
The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience mixing paints, enamels, and lacquers to achieve specified colors, consistencies, and viscosities for both spraying and brushing applications. This role involves preparing surfaces and applying a variety of coatings to produce high‑quality finishes on large equipment and components. Experience with HVLP spray systems is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Mix paints, enamels, and lacquers to the required specifications
- Prepare surfaces by sanding, masking, cleaning, and applying fillers (e.g., Bondo)
- Apply coatings using air‑assisted and airless spray systems
- Paint industrial equipment, including the application of decals
- Ensure high‑quality finishes that meet company standards
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of industrial painting experience (required)
- Experience using HVLP spray systems
- Ability to spray paint using air‑assisted and airless pressure pumps
- Strong surface preparation skills (sanding, masking, cleaning, filling)
- Experience applying decals to industrial equipment
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug test
- Experience in painting industrial parts and applying decals is highly desired
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift objects 25-50 pounds and occasionally handle weights up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access different areas.
- Requires the ability to climb ladders, stairs, and maintain balance on uneven or slippery surfaces.
- Needs to use hands for tasks like operating tools and equipment, using computers, and handling paperwork.
- Frequently exposed to varying temperatures, weather conditions, and potentially noisy or hazardous environments with chemicals or moving parts.
Compensation and Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Gencor Industries is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs.