Industrial Painter & Plant Coatings Technician

City of Eureka, CA; Bucksport (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Eureka is seeking an skilled industrial painter to join the team at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The role focuses on applying protective coating systems, prepping surfaces and identifying coating failures for repair or preservation across plant assets.

Under supervision, you will maintain painted surfaces, operate painting equipment, and support safety and traffic control around work sites while providing guidance to new staff and responding to after-hours emergencies.

Qualifications

• Maintenance principles and materials for industrial facilities and treatment plants.
• Safe use and handling of painting agents and cleaners.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Basic math for surface area calculations.
• Safety practices for handling hazardous chemicals.
• Good communication with the public and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and industrial painting and protective coating work.
• Identify coating failures and recommend repairs.
• Maintain and repair painted surfaces and track maintenance data.
• Set up traffic control zones and ensure safety around work sites.
• Provide information and demonstrations to new employees.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Industrial painting

Protective coatings

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Tool operation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of construction/maintenance experience in utilities/treatment systems

Tools

Fork Lift Certification

First Responder Certification

Job description

The City of Eureka is seeking an skilled industrial painter to join the team at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The role focuses on applying protective coating systems, prepping surfaces and identifying coating failures for repair or preservation across plant assets.

Under supervision, you will maintain painted surfaces, operate painting equipment, and support safety and traffic control around work sites while providing guidance to new staff and responding to after-hours emergencies.