Industrial Painter I – Precision Surface Prep & Touch-Up

Smithindustriestx; Midland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Smith Industries in Midland, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Level I Painter to support our fabrication operations. You will prepare vessels and products for painting and perform touch-up work to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The role requires adherence to safety policies, proper use of PPE, and the ability to follow instructions while working as part of a team. Previous industrial painting or prep experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in industrial painting or paint preparation preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and surface preparation techniques.
• Commitment to safe work practices and hazard recognition (JSA experience a plus).
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, wear required PPE, stop-work authority when conditions are unsafe, and report incidents to a supervisor.
• Prepare vessels and other Smith Industries products for painting and touch-up.
• Perform surface preparation including sanding, cleaning, inspecting, masking, and taping.
• Prepare products for painting by blowing down with air, wiping with thinner, and cleaning surfaces as required.
• Perform touch-up painting to correct imperfections and ensure product quality.
• Safely use small hand tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality workmanship

Safety practices

Hazard recognition

Teamwork

Hand tools knowledge

Job description

Smith Industries in Midland, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Level I Painter to support our fabrication operations. You will prepare vessels and products for painting and perform touch-up work to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The role requires adherence to safety policies, proper use of PPE, and the ability to follow instructions while working as part of a team. Previous industrial painting or prep experience is preferred.