Industrial Painter: Coatings, 2nd Shift, Temp-to-Hire

TPI Staffing, Inc.; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Staffing, Inc. is recruiting a Production Painter for our Stafford, TX location. The role starts with training on 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) and transitions to 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM).

This temporary-to-hire position focuses on preparing surfaces, applying multiple coatings, and reading coating specs to ensure high-quality finishes. Must have 1–3 years of industrial painting experience and be able to operate spray systems, read blueprints, and lift up to 25 lbs while wearing a

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of industrial painting experience.
• Experience with two-part epoxies, zinc primers, and urethanes.
• Ability to operate airless or conventional spray systems and surface preparation equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs., and wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, grinding, and blasting to remove rust, scale, and grease.
• Mix and apply industrial primers, epoxies, urethanes, and protective coatings using spray equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, paint specifications, and coating requirements.
• Inspect finished coatings for thickness, adhesion, and defects.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, pumps, paint booths, and mixing equipment.
• Follow safety procedures for PPE, respirators, and hazardous material handling.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Airless spray systems

Conventional spray systems

Job description

TPI Staffing, Inc. is recruiting a Production Painter for our Stafford, TX location. The role starts with training on 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) and transitions to 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM).

This temporary-to-hire position focuses on preparing surfaces, applying multiple coatings, and reading coating specs to ensure high-quality finishes. Must have 1–3 years of industrial painting experience and be able to operate spray systems, read blueprints, and lift up to 25 lbs while wearing a