Industrial Painter - Precision Coatings & Shop Support

PDM; Carlisle (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

PDM in Carlisle, IA is seeking a Paint Prep Technician to prime metal parts in accordance with AISC specs. You will prepare surfaces, sand, remove oils, and set up paint equipment in the booth, while performing general shop duties when not painting.

The role involves operating spray equipment, masking, inspecting for runs, maintaining the paint booth, and complying with safety policies. Experience in industrial painting and ability to pass respirator medical and fit tests is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use a sprayer and work in a paint booth.
• Ability to use hand and/or power tools and equipment.
• Must know how to operate a Lull, Skid Loader and Fork Lift.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in a 100% safe manner following regulations, policies and procedures.
• Use correct paint equipment settings and adjustments.
• Perform daily maintenance routines on paint equipment.
• Identify and mask areas that are not to be painted.
• Use proper paint application procedures.
• Inspect paint job in progress for quality problems such as runs and missed areas.
• Clean paint booth and lights and change filters.
• Organize and maintain paint trailer.
• Coordinate flow of and complete necessary paperwork.
• Perform quality checks including visual and electronic mill testing.
• Assist in keeping all paint areas clean and organized.
• Clean and prime material.
• Required to wear a respirator, must pass a medical qualification and a respirator fit test.
• Help with general shop duties.
• Assist with material handling.

Skills

Sprayer operation

Paint booth operation

Lull

Skid Loader

Fork Lift

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Paint equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

PDM in Carlisle, IA is seeking a Paint Prep Technician to prime metal parts in accordance with AISC specs. You will prepare surfaces, sand, remove oils, and set up paint equipment in the booth, while performing general shop duties when not painting.

The role involves operating spray equipment, masking, inspecting for runs, maintaining the paint booth, and complying with safety policies. Experience in industrial painting and ability to pass respirator medical and fit tests is required.