Industrial Painter — Boyertown, PA

1st Response Rail Service, Inc; Boyertown (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Rail Service, Inc. in Boyertown, Pennsylvania, seeks a dependable Painter to perform surface preparation and painting of metal containers and equipment, with pride in quality workmanship.

The role requires hands-on experience, familiarity with grinders, sanders, and spray equipment, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous painting experience in an industrial, equipment, automotive, or metal fabrication setting.
• Ability to perform both surface preparation and painting.
• Familiarity with painting equipment and surface preparation tools.
• Ability to follow instructions and product application requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting by removing rust, loose paint, dirt, grease, and other contaminants.
• Use grinders, sanders, wire brushes, and other preparation tools safely and effectively.
• Mask and protect areas that should not be painted.
• Mix and apply primers, paints, and coatings according to product instructions.
• Apply coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers, as appropriate.
• Inspect finished work for proper coverage, consistency, and defects; complete touch-ups as needed.
• Clean and maintain painting equipment, tools, and work areas.

Skills

Surface preparation

Industrial painting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Brushes & rollers

Spray equipment

Job description

First Response Rail Service, Inc. provides rail asset management, transloading logistics, operational support, rail fleet inspections and minor repairs, and intermodal container repair services.

We are seeking a dependable Painter to join our team in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. This position requires hands-on experience preparing surfaces and applying paint to metal containers, equipment, and other components. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality work and can complete both preparation and painting with attention to detail.

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting by removing rust, loose paint, dirt, grease, and other contaminants.
• Use grinders, sanders, wire brushes, and other preparation tools safely and effectively.
• Mask and protect areas that should not be painted.
• Mix and apply primers, paints, and coatings according to product instructions.
• Apply coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers, as appropriate.
• Inspect finished work for proper coverage, consistency, and defects; complete touch-ups as needed.
• Clean and maintain painting equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Follow company safety procedures, including requirements for ventilation, protective equipment, and the handling and storage of paints and chemicals.
• Assist with other shop duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous painting experience, preferably in an industrial, equipment, automotive, or metal fabrication setting.
• Ability to perform both surface preparation and painting.
• Familiarity with painting equipment and surface preparation tools.
• Ability to follow instructions and product application requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Safety Expectations

Safety is a top priority at First Response Rail Service. Employees must follow all company and site safety rules and wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toe boots and respiratory protection when required.