PAINTER

Nexus Disposal, Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Disposal, Llc in Houston, TX is seeking a full-time painter to prepare and apply coating paints, mix colors, and operate spraying equipment. The role runs Monday–Friday with overtime as needed, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, and is based in a warehouse environment.

Qualifications include HS Diploma or GED, ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs, and a background check with drug screen. OT may be required.

Qualifications

• Background check, drug screen, and physical required.
• Education: HS Diploma or GED.
• Stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Select and mix coating paints to desired color and prepare spraying equipment.
• Follow direction from area lead and work independently when needed.
• Read technical documents on paint mixing procedures and maintain sprayer equipment.
• Improve painting techniques, meet productivity rates, and manage mil thickness.
• Clean spraying equipment daily with solvents.
• Operate the blaster to clean steel per safety requirements.
• Maintain respirator care and use breathing air supply when spraying epoxy paints.
• Apply touchups or second coats.
• Remove paint splatters after finishing.
• Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel.
• Scrape, sand, prime or seal surfaces; assist with grinding if needed.

Skills

Be alert and attentive

Punctuality

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Houston, TX 77041, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $16.00 - $18.00, Job Schedule: Monday – Friday, Saturdays as needed
Job Shift: 7:00AM – 4:00PM

Responsibilities

• Selecting and mixing coating paints to desired color and prepare spraying equipment such as cleaning or adjusting spray guns.


• Willingness to take direction from area lead and follow that direction and to be a self-starter when not working under direct supervision.


• Be capable of reading and understanding technical documents such as paint mixing procedures, and maintaining sprayer equipment as required.


• Have the ability and desire to become efficient with painting techniques, meet company productivity rates, maintain mil thickness, and learn all aspects of job as required.


• Cleaning spraying equipment with solvent or other recommended cleaning solutions daily


• Operating the blaster to clean steel according to specified safety requirements.


• Maintaining proper respirator care and operation and using the breathing air supply system when spraying epoxy paints.


• Apply touchups or second coats.


• Remove paint splatters when finished.


• Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes.


• Scrape, sandpaper, prime, or seal surfaces prior to painting.


• If painting is not needed, you may need to help with grinding.

Qualifications

• Ability to stay alert and pay attention to the task


• Punctual when arriving to work and completing tasks


• Must be self-motivated and a team player


• Able to work in a team environment


• Background check, drug screen, physical required

Additional Information

• Physical Demand: Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted.


• Working Conditions: Warehouse/Shop Environment


• Training/Certifications: N/A


• Shift Time/Overtime: Must be able to work various shifts and must be able to work OT as necessary


• Travel: N/A


• Education: HS Diploma or GED