Night Shift Paint Prep & Finishing Technician

Gulf Island; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

EAP

Job summary

Gulf Island is seeking a Paint Prepper to prepare surfaces for painting and assist painters with mixing paints and finishing tasks. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean work area, safety, and adherence to procedures. Night shift hours are specified in the description.

Responsibilities include surface sanding, wiping, caulking, preparing parts for the paint booth, and verifying paint thickness. Candidates should have basic surface prep skills and be able to pass safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of sanding, caulking and surface preparation techniques.
• Must be able to work with respirators and other protective gear.
• Ability to work from ladders and reach overhead.

Responsibilities

• Sand and smooth surfaces of units or components to prepare them for painting.
• Wipe down surfaces to remove dust, dirt, and oils to ensure proper paint adhesion.
• Apply caulk to seams and joints as needed to ensure proper seal and finish.
• Assist with setup and preparation of parts for the paint booth or finishing process.
• Safely work from ladders to reach high or hard-to-access areas during prep work.
• Work closely with the paint and finishing team to ensure high-quality and timely production.
• Assist painters with preparing and mixing paints, checking inventory, and other prep tasks.
• Assist in measuring and confirming paint thickness to meet quality standards.

Skills

Sanding

Caulking

Surface preparation

Read tape measure

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Respirators

Ladders

Sanding tools

Job description

Gulf Island is seeking a Paint Prepper to prepare surfaces for painting and assist painters with mixing paints and finishing tasks. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean work area, safety, and adherence to procedures. Night shift hours are specified in the description.

Responsibilities include surface sanding, wiping, caulking, preparing parts for the paint booth, and verifying paint thickness. Candidates should have basic surface prep skills and be able to pass safety requirements.