Painter

Cashman Equipment Co.; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Southwest seeks a Painter to support our service team by preparing, painting and detailing heavy equipment and components in-shop. You will work alongside experienced technicians, learning on-the-job and developing skills in a heavy equipment environment.

The role requires at least six months in a similar role, English proficiency, and a valid driver’s license. Forklift license and strong safety mindset are preferred assets for progression.

Qualifications

• Six months of related experience in a similar role.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend English.
• Must keep safety as a priority in the work environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own and maintain required personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Prep machines prior to paint or detail assignment.
• Paint machines for customers and Empire functions.
• Detail cabs on machines and components.
• Maintain equipment for the wash rack and Paint shop.
• Monitor and order supplies for the wash rack and Paint shop.
• Detail cabs on machines and components for customers or Empire functions.

Skills

Commercial spray painting

Painting & detailing

Safety awareness

English literacy

Tool maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift operator license

Job description

Posted Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Empire technicians are the lifeline to our clients - trained professionals who work on machinery and equipment produced by Caterpillar, one of the leading large-scale mobile machinery manufacturers in the world.

We are seeking seasoned shop and field technicians/mechanics with experience in similar heavy equipment dealerships to join our third-generation, family-owned organization. We have 100+ job openings throughout our 30+ locations in Arizona, Nevada, and parts of Eastern California.

EXPERIENCE:

Position Overview

The Painter is an entry-level Service Support position designed to support our skilled technicians and service operations while providing an opportunity to build hands‑on experience in the heavy equipment industry. In this role, you’ll assist the service team by preparing, painting, and finishing heavy equipment and components while working alongside experienced technicians in a shop environment. This position is a great starting point for someone who is mechanically inclined, enjoys hands‑on work, and is interested in developing their skills and growing into a Heavy Equipment Technician role.

Required:

• At least six months of related experience in a similar role and environment.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
• Keep safety as a priority in the work environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own and maintain required personal tools.

Strongly Preferred:

• At least one-year heavy equipment technician experience, preferably in a dealership environment.

If offered employment, the specific rate of pay and position grade will be determined based on applicable differentials and the candidate’s level of experience and skill.

JOB DETAILS:

Shift

1st/Day Shift

Location

In-Shop

Schedule

Work schedule to be provided by leader.

Salary Range

$20.05 - $26.55 Per Hour

JOB SUMMARY:

Clean, prepare, paint and detail machines, parts, and components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prep machines prior to paint or detail assignment.
• Paint machines for customers and Empire functions.
• Detail cabs on machines and components.
• Maintain equipment for Utility wash rack and Paint shop.
• Monitor and order supplies for the Utility wash rack and the Paint shop.
• Detail cabs on machines and or components for equipment for customers or Empire functions.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Order supplies.
• Submit necessary reports, records, and data.
• Operate machines and vehicles.
• Own and maintain personal required tools.
• Work within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Skills required in commercial spray painting.
• Skills required in biding and estimating paint jobs.
• Must have working knowledge of cleaning, surface preparation and spray-painting operations.
• Must be able to operate machines and power equipment.
• Must be able to climb on large machines.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
• Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Must be able to obtain forklift operator license.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• The employee must be able to wear a tight‑fitting respirator and pass the OSHA required medical evaluation.
• Corrective glasses and/or goggles must not interfere with the seal of the face piece to the face of the employee.
• The employee must not have facial hair that comes between the sealing surface of the face piece and the face.
• This position is designated as a "Safety‑Sensitive Position". A Safety‑Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that the employer in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others, which includes any of the following: operating a motor vehicle, other vehicle, equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage; performing duties in the residential or commercial premises of a customer, supplier or vendor; working in any occupation subject to federal safety regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually office moderate.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.

Empire Southwest is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here:

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Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at 702-633-4545 or email us [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Empire Southwest is an EEO employer.

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