Industrial Steel Painter & Surface Prep Technician

Torrey Holistics; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking an Industrial Steel Painter & Surface Prep Technician to prepare structural steel surfaces, apply primers and topcoats, and ensure coatings meet specs on industrial projects.

You will operate spray guns, brushes, and rollers, inspect for rust and defects, mix coatings to spec, and perform quality checks while following safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience painting in structural steel or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of paints, primers, thinners, and application techniques.
• Skilled with spray equipment, brushes, and rollers.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Ability to follow safety protocols when working with hazardous materials.
• Capability to work independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare steel surfaces through cleaning, grinding, sanding, and wiping with thinners for optimal adhesion.
• Apply primers, topcoats, and specialized protective finishes as specified for each project.
• Operate spray guns, brushes, and rollers to achieve consistent, uniform finishes.
• Pre-inspect substrates to confirm they are free of rust, contaminants, and defects before coating.
• Accurately mix paints, primers, and coatings to manufacturer and project specifications.
• Meet industry standards and project requirements on every application.
• Follow safety procedures rigorously and use appropriate PPE at all times.
• Handle, store, and dispose of materials and chemicals in accordance with safety and environmental rules.
• Keep spray rigs, hoses, brushes, and rollers clean and in excellent working order.
• Conduct quality checks to confirm correct film build and long‑term durability.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to meet deadlines and quality targets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray equipment

Brushes

Rollers

PPE usage

Job description

Industrial Steel Painter & Surface Prep Technician

Mission: Preserve and enhance the life of steel structures by delivering high-performance surface preparation and coatings—safely, efficiently, and to exact specifications.

Your Impact

• Prepare steel surfaces through cleaning, grinding, sanding, and wiping with thinners for optimal adhesion.
• Apply primers, topcoats, and specialized protective finishes as specified for each project.
• Operate spray guns, brushes, and rollers to achieve consistent, uniform finishes.
• Pre-inspect substrates to confirm they are free of rust, contaminants, and defects before coating.
• Accurately mix paints, primers, and coatings to manufacturer and project specifications.
• Meet industry standards and project requirements on every application.
• Follow safety procedures rigorously and use appropriate PPE at all times.
• Handle, store, and dispose of materials and chemicals in accordance with safety and environmental rules.
• Keep spray rigs, hoses, brushes, and rollers clean and in excellent working order.
• Conduct quality checks to confirm correct film build and long‑term durability.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to meet deadlines and quality targets.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience painting in structural steel or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of paints, primers, thinners, and application techniques.
• Skilled with spray equipment, brushes, and rollers.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Ability to follow safety protocols when working with hazardous materials.
• Capability to work independently and within a team environment.

Work Conditions

• All-weather work: heat, cold, rain, and snow depending on job site and season.
• PPE required: safety glasses, face shield, gloves; respirator as needed.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Standard schedule of 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week; overtime and night shifts as required.
• Physical mobility to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Physical capacity to lift 51 pounds; strong overall stamina.
• On your feet and moving for most of the shift.
• Good vision (normal or corrected).