Industrial Painter - 1st & 2nd Shift (Airless Spray)

Spherion; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Staffing is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter specializing in liquid spray applications to join a Fargo production team. You will prepare surfaces, mix industrial coatings, and operate conventional and airless spray systems to deliver high-quality, durable finishes on structural steel, machinery, and industrial components.

The shift options include 1st and 2nd shifts with overtime as needed, and compliance with safety protocols, PPE, and standard operating procedures will be

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of industrial or commercial liquid spray painting experience required.
• Hands-on experience with airless spray equipment.
• Ability to inspect film thickness and troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation: Clean, sand, mask, and prep metal surfaces using pressure washing, media blasting, or solvent wiping prior to coating.
• Paint & Mixing: Blend multi-component industrial coatings (epoxies, urethanes, enamels) to precise specifications and viscosity.
• Liquid Spray Application: Operate airless, air-assisted, and HVLP spray equipment to apply uniform coatings while minimizing runs, overspray, and defects.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, dismantle, and perform routine maintenance on spray guns, pumps, hoses, and paint booths.
• Quality Inspection: Measure wet/dry film thickness (DFT) using gauges and inspect surfaces for adherence, gloss, and finish standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow standard operating procedures, maintain ventilation systems, and strictly wear required PPE (respirators, suits).

Skills

Surface prep

Liquid spray painting

Safety compliance

Education

High School

Tools

Airless spray equipment

Air-assisted spray

HVLP spray

Job description

Spherion Staffing is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter specializing in liquid spray applications to join a Fargo production team. You will prepare surfaces, mix industrial coatings, and operate conventional and airless spray systems to deliver high-quality, durable finishes on structural steel, machinery, and industrial components.

The shift options include 1st and 2nd shifts with overtime as needed, and compliance with safety protocols, PPE, and standard operating procedures will be