Industrial Painter

Chart Industries; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA contributions

FSA for Health Care and Dependent Care

Disability coverage (short/long term)

Life insurance with optional riders

Parental pay

Vacation 104 hours prorated

Job summary

Chart-Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Paint Technician to prepare and coat units for aerospace, water, and industrial applications. You will perform surface prep, masking, and final inspection, then apply two-part epoxy and polyurethane finishes using HVLP systems.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and efficient maintenance of equipment in a manufacturing setting. Strong preference for prior industrial painting experience and familiarity with epoxy systems.

Qualifications

• Prior industrial painting experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience applying two-part epoxy coatings is desirable.
• Familiarity with HVLP pressure pot spray systems is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare units for coating by surface prep, cleaning, masking, and final inspection.
• Paint using a HVLP spray booth and follow specifications and work instructions.
• Apply epoxy primer and polyurethane topcoat with proper ratios and application techniques.
• Monitor coating thickness and finish quality to meet standards.
• Perform touch-ups and rework to ensure defect-free products.
• Maintain spray equipment and work area to ensure safe operation.
• Follow all quality procedures and safety policies.

Skills

Industrial painting

Epoxy coatings

Polyurethane coatings

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

HVLP spray systems

Job description

Requisition ID40234-Posted11/05/2026-203801 (PERIOD SHOP EXP-R&R-NEVADA)-United States-NV-McCarran

At Chart, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced cryogenic equipment—that’s how our “Cooler By Design®” tagline was born. But it’s not just our technology that’s cool. It’s our people. We solve complex problems as a team, making us truly Cooler Together. And with the addition of Howden to the Chart family, we’re Stronger Together, too. Our customers don’t simply bring us equipment specs—they bring us challenges. That’s where you come in. From concept and design to installation and commissioning, you’ll help create solutions that support a wide range of industries and applications.

• L aunching rockets into space
• Delivering Nexus of Clean™ solutions for clean water, clean power, clean food, and clean industrials
• Powering the carbonation in your favorite fast‑food beverage
• Making nitro coffee and even nitro ice cream possible

Want to see our impact in action? ExploreChart City: https://chartcity.chartindustries.com/ . We’re looking for bright, driven talent excited to build a career in an evolving, high‑growth industry. Along with competitive compensation and meaningful work, Chart offers development programs designed to grow future leaders. That could be you. If you’re passionate about design engineering and think a career at Chart sounds pretty cool, let’s talk.

What Will You Do?

• Prepare units for coating by performing surface prep, including cleaning, masking, and final inspection prior to paint application
• Perform painting operations within a paint booth using an HVLP pressure pot system
• Apply epoxy primer and polyurethane topcoat in accordance with specifications and work instructions
• Mix and handle two-part coatings, primarily Amercoat 450H, ensuring proper ratios and application techniques
• Monitor coating thickness, finish quality, and cure requirements to meet quality standards
• Perform touch‑ups and rework as needed to ensure a finished, defect‑free product
• Maintain paint booth equipment, spray systems, and work area to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Adhere to printed work instruction manuals and all quality procedures
• Observe and practice safety procedures and policies, including proper use of PPE when handling coatings and solvents
• Participate in department safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…

• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and occasional crawling
• Frequent heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, and material handling
• Ability to work in a paint booth environment with proper protective equipment
• The ability to work overtime and some Saturdays as needed

Your Experience Should Be…

Your Education Should Be…

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

Your Professional Experience Should Be…

• Previous industrial painting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience applying two-part epoxy and polyurethane coatings
• Familiarity with HVLP pressure pot spray systems strongly preferred
• Previous experience in a shop, manufacturing, or fabrication environment

Pay Ranges (dependent on relative work experience):

• 1 - 2 year experience: $23 - $25.50
• 2 - 4 years experience: $26 - $30
• 5+ years: $33+

We also offer a step progression program - Employee can be reviewed for increase every 6 months within the first 2-4 years of employment. After the full step progression program, there is eligibility for annual merit (annual merit is not eligible if you participate in the step progression program).

Our Benefits Package...

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer contributions to an HSA account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance with the option to purchase supplemental individual, spouse and dependent child coverage
• Up to two weeks of parental pay
• Vacation: 104 hours vacation (prorated based on hire date)
• 401k retirement savings plan including a company match of up to 4%
• Once employees start contributing to 401k, employees are 100% vested in all contributions.