Industrial Painter: Master Coatings for Steel & Tanks

Tomball Controls, LLC; Pleasanton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tomball Controls is seeking an Industrial Painter to apply high-quality coatings to generator enclosures, fuel tanks, and fabricated steel components in Pleasanton, TX. You will follow approved processes, maintain safety, and support production schedules.

Responsibilities include operating air-assisted airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment, ensuring finish quality and adherence to coating specs. High school diploma or GED required; 12-hour shifts, Fri–Sun, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience painting a variety of surface types.
• Proficiency with technical machinery.
• Physical strength to operate machinery.
• Knowledge of a wide variety of painting tools.
• Diligence and attention to detail.
• Excellent dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Apply primers, base coats, topcoats, and specialty coatings to fabricated steel products using approved painting techniques.
• Operate air-assisted airless spray systems, conventional spray guns, HVLP, and electrostatic spray equipment as required.
• Apply coatings to generator enclosures, diesel fuel tanks, structural skids, base frames, access platforms, and other fabricated components.
• Ensure proper paint coverage, film thickness, gloss, texture, and finish quality.
• Follow paint manufacturer specifications for application, flash times, cure times, and environmental conditions.
• Mix paints, catalysts, reducers, and hardeners according to manufacturer specifications.
• Measure paint viscosity and verify proper spray settings.
• Perform color verification and batch documentation when required.
• Maintain consistent spray patterns and overlap to achieve a uniform finish.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of painting equipment.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Ensure all contaminants are removed prior to paint application.
• Identify dents, scratches, weld defects, contamination, or damage requiring correction.
• Notify supervision of non-conforming conditions.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the preparation process to prevent paint defects.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable attendance

Verbal communication

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Paint sprayers

Air-assisted airless

HVLP

Conventional spray guns

Paint mixing equipment

Job description

Tomball Controls is seeking an Industrial Painter to apply high-quality coatings to generator enclosures, fuel tanks, and fabricated steel components in Pleasanton, TX. You will follow approved processes, maintain safety, and support production schedules.

Responsibilities include operating air-assisted airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment, ensuring finish quality and adherence to coating specs. High school diploma or GED required; 12-hour shifts, Fri–Sun, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.