Industrial Painter / Sandblaster

Qualdoc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc is hiring an experienced Industrial Painter/Sandblaster in Cocoa Beach, FL to prepare metal surfaces, sandblast rust, and apply epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich coatings. You will operate airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment and review drawings and SDS.

2–3 years of industrial painting and sandblasting experience required; starting pay $25.00/hr with higher depending on experience; shifts available 1st and 2nd, 2nd shift with +$3 night diff; overtime on Saturdays possible.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of industrial painting and sandblasting experience.
• Experience with airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment.
• Knowledge of epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich coatings.
• Ability to read technical drawings and SDS.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces by sandblasting rust, scale, and existing coatings.
• Mask surfaces and prepare areas for coating application.
• Apply epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich primers/coatings.
• Operate airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment.
• Review technical drawings, work orders, and SDS.
• Follow coating specifications and required thickness standards.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain painting and blasting equipment.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and adjustments when needed.
• Work safely in confined spaces, at elevated heights, and under varying environmental conditions.
• Follow required PPE and workplace safety procedures.
• Document surface preparation, coating applications, job progress, and quality-control information.
• Work with the team to maintain project quality and production schedules.

Skills

Industrial painting

Sandblasting

Airless spray

HVLP spray

Coatings knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Airless spray equipment

HVLP spray equipment

Conventional spray equipment

Job description

Industrial Painter / Sandblaster

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift Available | 2nd Shift: +$3.00/hr Night Differential
Overtime: Saturday opportunities available
Starting Pay: $25.00/hr - higher depending on experience

We are hiring an experienced Industrial Painter/Sandblaster for work involving surface preparation and protective coating of metal components. The position requires experience with industrial painting equipment, abrasive blasting, coating application, and working safely in demanding environments.

What You'll Do

• Prepare metal surfaces by sandblasting rust, scale, and existing coatings
• Mask surfaces and prepare areas for coating application
• Apply epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich primers/coatings
• Operate airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment
• Review technical drawings, work orders, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Follow coating specifications and required thickness standards
• Inspect, clean, and maintain painting and blasting equipment
• Perform minor equipment repairs and adjustments when needed
• Work safely in confined spaces, at elevated heights, and under varying environmental conditions
• Follow required PPE and workplace safety procedures
• Document surface preparation, coating applications, job progress, and quality-control information
• Work with the team to maintain project quality and production schedules

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred
• 2-3 years of industrial painting and sandblasting experience
• Experience using airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment
• Knowledge of surface preparation, sandblasting, and masking techniques
• Familiarity with epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich coatings
• Ability to read technical drawings and Safety Data Sheets
• Understanding of coating thickness requirements and measurement tools
• Knowledge of PPE, confined-space, and fall/height safety practices
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Good communication and ability to work effectively with a team