Liquid Spray Painter – Heavy Equipment & Surface Prep

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 31,684 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC seeks a detail-oriented Liquid Spray Painter for heavy equipment surface prep and coating. The role involves accurate mixing, handling primers and catalysts, and applying durable finishes in modern paint booths.

You will use overhead cranes and forklifts and contribute to quality finishing of large industrial components. Starting up to $27.00/hour with shift differential of +$2.00/hr for 3rd shift.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of liquid spray painting experience in heavy equipment or industrial coatings.
• Strong eye for finish quality and precise prep techniques.
• Ability to wear respirator and work around large fabrications.
• Willingness to learn/operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Stable work history and reliable attendance.
• Local commute to the Duluth, MN area.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface prep, sanding, masking, and chemical cleaning of large steel weldments.

Skills

Liquid spray painting

Surface prep

Mixing ratios

Graphic decal detailing

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Quality-focused

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Liquid Spray Painter – Heavy Equipment & Surface Prep

Up to $27.00/Hour + Shift Premiums Duluth, MN / Superior, WI Area Direct-Hire

• 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.