Industrial Painter - Spray Gun Coatings for Containers

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. in Newtown, CT is seeking an experienced industrial painter with spray gun expertise to join our container maintenance team. This role involves prepping, painting, and finishing roll-off containers and other steel equipment using a spray booth; candidate must wear a respirator and follow safety procedures.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-4:30pm. Pay: $23.00 per hour. This position offers a hands-on work environment in a shop setting with emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with spray gun painting in an industrial, automotive, or equipment setting.
• Familiarity with industrial coatings, primers, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, safety procedures, and equipment manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a shop/booth environment.
• Ability to wear and properly use a respirator for extended periods of time.
• Willingness to cross‑train and assist in other shop functions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation including grinding, sanding, masking, and cleaning to ensure proper paint adhesion.
• Apply primer and finish coats to containers, compactors, and roll‑off equipment using spray gun application.
• Operate and maintain the spray booth and related equipment in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Mix and match paint colors and coatings to meet job specifications.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance of the spray booth, filters, and paint equipment.
• Follow proper waste disposal and environmental procedures for paint, solvents, and chemicals.
• Inspect finished work to ensure coatings meet company quality standards for appearance and durability.
• Assist with shop organization, inventory of painting supplies, and reporting of material usage.
• Follow all company safety policies, including PPE use, ventilation requirements, and fire hazard precautions.

Skills

Spray gun painting

Industrial coatings

Safety procedures

Tools

Spray booth

Spray gun

Respirator

Job description

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. in Newtown, CT is seeking an experienced industrial painter with spray gun expertise to join our container maintenance team. This role involves prepping, painting, and finishing roll-off containers and other steel equipment using a spray booth; candidate must wear a respirator and follow safety procedures.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-4:30pm. Pay: $23.00 per hour. This position offers a hands-on work environment in a shop setting with emphasis on safety and