Industrial Painter - Sandblaster

Impact Workforce Solutions; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Workforce Solutions in Mayfield, KY is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter / Sandblaster for night shift to work on locomotives and heavy industrial equipment. The role involves spray painting, abrasive blasting, metal surface prep, and protective coatings, with physically demanding cleaning duties.

You will train on day shift initially and then work Monday–Thursday, 8:00 PM–6:00 AM. Pay ranges from $19 to $23 per hour based on experience, with EOЕ considerations noted.

Qualifications

• Industrial painting experience on metal surfaces.
• Experience with spray guns and multi‑stage coating.
• Sandblasting experience on large equipment.
• Willingness to perform cleaning duties in dirty environments.
• Available for night shift training and the Monday–Thursday schedule.

Responsibilities

• Apply primer, color coats, and clear coats using spray equipment.
• Prepare metal surfaces via cleaning, sanding, masking, and bonding.
• Perform abrasive blasting on large components.
• Apply decals and stickers to finished surfaces.
• Pressure wash locomotives; shovel, scrape debris.
• Follow safety, maintain equipment, meet finish standards.

Skills

Industrial painting

Sandblasting

Spray painting

Metal surface preparation

Safety procedures

Tools

Spray guns

Abrasive blasting equipment

Pressure wash equipment

Job description

Industrial Painter - Sandblaster – Night Shift | $19–$23 per hour

Location: Mayfield, KY
Pay: $19–$23 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 PM–6:00 AM (Initial training on day shift)

Job Overview

Impact Workforce Solutions is recruiting experienced Industrial Painter / Sandblaster in Mayfield, KY for hands‑on work with locomotives and heavy industrial equipment. Ideal candidates bring industrial spray painting, abrasive blasting, metal surface preparation, and protective coating experience. The position also includes physically demanding industrial cleaning duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply primer, color coats, and clear coats using pressurized paint pots and conventional cup spray guns.


• Prepare metal surfaces through cleaning, sanding, masking, taping, and applying bonding materials.


• Perform abrasive blasting on large metal components using industrial equipment, including 2-inch hose systems.


• Apply decals and stickers to finished surfaces.


• Pressure wash locomotives and manually shovel, scrape, and remove accumulated sludge and debris.


• Follow safety procedures, maintain equipment, and meet finish‑quality standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Industrial painting experience on metal, such as trucks, trailers, automotive equipment, bridges, structural steel, or heavy machinery.


• Experience with spray guns, metal preparation, and multi‑stage coating processes.


• Sandblasting experience, preferably on large equipment or structures.


• Ability and willingness to perform demanding cleaning duties in dirty industrial environments.


• Availability for initial day‑shift training and the Monday–Thursday overnight schedule.


• Ability to complete job‑related pre‑employment medical evaluations, including respirator fit testing and additional testing specified by the client.

Apply today: Candidates with experience as an Industrial Painter, Sandblaster, Abrasive Blaster, Spray Painter, or Industrial Coating Technician are encouraged to apply through Impact Workforce Solutions.

EOE

Thank you for your interest in Impact Workforce Solutions, we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participate in the E‑Verify eligibility confirmation program.