Liquid Spray Painter – Heavy Equipment & Surface Prep

H. T. PROF Group; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Duluth, MN is seeking a Liquid Spray Painter for heavy equipment and surface prep. This direct-hire role offers a starting rate with potential overtime and a shift differential on 3rd shift.

You will mix coatings, prepare surfaces, and apply finishes using spray equipment, while coordinating with fabrication teams to ensure durable, high-quality results on large steel components.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of liquid spray experience in heavy equipment, industrial coatings or auto body environments.
• Attention to finishing quality, precise mixing ratios and proper surface prep technique.
• Able to wear a respirator and work around large machinery safely.
• Locally commutable to the Greater Duluth, MN area.

Responsibilities

• Execute thorough surface preparation, including sanding, masking and cleaning of large steel weldments.
• Mix industrial coatings, primers and catalysts to exact specifications with proper pot life.
• Operate liquid spray equipment to apply durable, smooth finishes with no runs.
• Apply vinyl decals and graphic packages with precision detailing.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move large components safely.
• Maintain spray booth equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Liquid spray painting

Surface prep

Decal detailing

Quality finish

Tools

Overhead cranes

Industrial forklifts

Spray equipment

Paint booth equipment

Job description

Liquid Spray Painter – Heavy Equipment & Surface Prep

Type Direct Hire

ID WI59-2756657

Posted Jul 28, 2026

Liquid Spray Painter – Heavy Equipment & Surface Prep

• COMPENSATION: Up to $27.00/Hour Starting Rate (commensurate with technical coating experience) + Shift Differential (+$2.00/hr for 3rd shift) + Overtime Eligibility
• SCHEDULE: 1st Shift (Flexible 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM starts) | 2nd & 3rd Shift options available
• EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of liquid spray painting experience (industrial machinery, heavy equipment, or auto body paint background)
• COATING MASTERY: Proficiency in surface prep, measuring mixing ratios/catalysts, wet spray gun application, and graphic decal detailing
• REQUIREMENTS: US Citizen or Green Card holder; ability to pass standard medical clearance for respirator wear and comfortable using/learning overhead cranes/forklifts

If you are a detail-oriented painter who takes pride in top-tier craftsmanship, this direct-hire seat offers an exceptionally stable career home. The employer is a global leader in heavy equipment attachment manufacturing—serving essential construction, demolition, and scrap recycling sectors worldwide. Operating with a family-oriented culture that celebrates quality work, they provide clear internal advancement paths and a local reputation for employee longevity.

In this role, your surface preparation and liquid coating skills directly drive the durability and aesthetic finish of massive industrial components. Operating in a modern, well-equipped facility with flexible shift starts, you will work alongside supportive fabrication teams where your skill set is valued, respected, and rewarded.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Execute thorough surface preparation, including professional sanding, masking, and chemical cleaning of large steel weldments and equipment components.
• Mix industrial liquid coatings, primers, and catalysts to precise specifications, managing flash times and pot life for long-term corrosion protection.
• Operate liquid spray equipment and precision touch-up tools to apply smooth, durable protective and aesthetic finishes without runs or sags.
• Perform final product detailing, including the precise placement and application of vinyl branding decals and graphic packages.
• Operate overhead bridge cranes and forklifts to safely rig, transport, flip, and position large steel structures inside prep and paint booths.
• Maintain paint booth equipment, managing filters, managing consumables, and executing routine preventive maintenance.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• 1+ years of verifiable liquid spray experience, whether in heavy equipment manufacturing, industrial liquid coatings, or auto body spray environments.
• Detail-Driven Quality: A strong eye for finishing aesthetics, precise mixing ratios, and proper surface prep techniques.
• Physical Capability: Ability to wear a respirator comfortably for extended periods and maneuver around large industrial fabrications.
• Material Handling: Experience operating (or full willingness to learn) overhead bridge cranes and industrial forklifts.
• Reliable Work History: A stable, dependable employment record demonstrating strong attendance and tenure with past employers.
• Local Proximity: Residing within a comfortable daily commute of the Greater Duluth, MN / Superior, WI area.