Painter

STS Aviation Group; Hiram (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Hiram, Georgia, is seeking a Painter to support industrial painting and finishing operations in a manufacturing environment. You will apply primers, paints and protective coatings, prepare surfaces, and inspect finished work to meet quality standards.

This role requires prior automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment painting experience, strong attention to detail, and comfort working with paint equipment, chemicals, and respirators.

Qualifications

• Six months of painting experience in automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment environments.
• Ability to wear a respirator and pass safety tests.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to work overtime as production demands require.

Responsibilities

• Apply primer, paint and touch-up coatings using spray equipment and brushes.
• Mask and unmask parts according to specifications.
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, washing and conditioning.
• Perform light bodywork when required.
• Disassemble, clean and maintain painting equipment.
• Inspect work before, during and after painting.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks as required.

Skills

Paint preparation

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Overtime availability

Respirator use

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring Painters in Hiram, Georgia, to support industrial painting and finishing operations in a manufacturing environment.

This hands-on role is responsible for applying primers, paints and protective coatings using electrostatic, air-assist and other automotive-style painting equipment. The Painter will also prepare surfaces, mix coatings, maintain paint equipment and inspect finished work to ensure quality requirements are met.

Position Overview

The Painter applies paint and coatings to manufactured products while supporting surface preparation, equipment maintenance and finishing operations.

This position requires previous automotive, industrial or heavy equipment painting experience, strong attention to detail and the ability to work safely with paint equipment, chemicals and required respiratory protection.

Responsibilities

• Apply primer, paint and touch-up coatings using spray equipment and brushes
• Mask and unmask parts according to specifications
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, washing and conditioning
• Perform light bodywork when required
• Disassemble, clean and maintain painting equipment
• Maintain pumps, heaters, tanks, spray guns and related equipment
• Flush tanks and paint lines during color changes
• Mix paints to achieve required color accuracy, viscosity and consistency
• Perform titrations and adjust chemicals as required for paint and related processes
• Apply decals, stencils and rust-proofing as required
• Inspect work before, during and after painting
• Perform coating thickness and gloss checks
• Transport parts and materials using tuggers, forklifts, overhead cranes or manual carts
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks as required

Minimum Qualifications

• At least six months of painting experience in an automotive, industrial or heavy equipment environment
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays when required by production demands
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of painting experience in a manufacturing or body shop environment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to troubleshoot minor issues

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.