Industrial Painter Assistant - Surface Prep & Coatings

Taurus Industrial Group; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Taurus Industrial Group in Geismar, LA is seeking a Painter Helper to assist Industrial Painters with surface preparation, material handling, and coating operations in industrial, commercial, and construction settings.

You will help ensure work areas, tools, and equipment are prepared and maintained safely, support painting activities under supervision, and contribute to safety, quality, and productivity. This is a seasonal role requiring reliability and readiness to work in varied environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior industrial, construction, maintenance, or general labor experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain site-specific safety training and certifications.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable transportation to and from assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Industrial Painters with surface preparation activities.
• Prepare work areas by protecting adjacent surfaces, equipment, and materials from overspray and contamination.
• Transport, organize, and stage paints, coatings, tools, and supplies throughout the work area.
• Assist with the setup, operation, and cleanup of spray painting and blasting equipment.
• Mix paints, primers, and coatings according to manufacturer specifications and supervisor instructions.
• Clean and maintain brushes, rollers, spray equipment, hoses, and other painting tools.
• Remove debris, spent materials, and waste from work areas while maintaining proper housekeeping standards.
• Assist in loading, unloading, and handling painting materials and equipment.
• Support painters during coating applications and touch-up activities.
• Follow all job site safety requirements, company policies, and customer procedures.
• Perform general labor duties in support of painting operations.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Painting equipment

Job description

Taurus Industrial Group in Geismar, LA is seeking a Painter Helper to assist Industrial Painters with surface preparation, material handling, and coating operations in industrial, commercial, and construction settings.

You will help ensure work areas, tools, and equipment are prepared and maintained safely, support painting activities under supervision, and contribute to safety, quality, and productivity. This is a seasonal role requiring reliability and readiness to work in varied environments.