Industrial Painter Journeyman: Surface Prep & Coatings

TIC - The Industrial Company; Shepherd (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Industrial Company in Shepherd, TX is seeking an experienced painter to apply industrial finishes to metal and related surfaces on construction and maintenance projects.

You will prepare surfaces, operate spray equipment, mix coatings, perform touch-ups, and ensure work meets safety and contract specifications. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to follow written and oral instructions in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Prep materials for paint by grinding, sanding, de-greasing, seam sealing, etc.
• Operate conventional and airless spray equipment to apply industrial paint finishes on metal and other types of surfaces.
• Apply paints, surface preparatory materials and undercoating materials to a variety of surfaces, as appropriate.
• Remove old paint from surfaces and properly prepare surfaces to receive paint; fill holes, cracks, and joints with filler.
• Place items on feed racks, spindles, or reel strands to coat, paint, or spray them, using hands, hoists, or truck lifts.
• Paint small items and perform touch-up painting, using paint brushes.
• Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities; determine time, costs, resources, or materials needed.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and take corrective action.

Skills

Following instructions

Communication

Work safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Measurement tools

Job description

The Industrial Company in Shepherd, TX is seeking an experienced painter to apply industrial finishes to metal and related surfaces on construction and maintenance projects.

You will prepare surfaces, operate spray equipment, mix coatings, perform touch-ups, and ensure work meets safety and contract specifications. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to follow written and oral instructions in a fast-paced industrial setting.