Painter

CKM INDUSTRIES INC; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CKM Industries Inc. in Port Lavaca, TX seeks an industrial painter to prepare surfaces, apply paints and coatings, and maintain equipment in a plant environment.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to work at heights up to 150 ft, 12-hour shifts with overtime and travel to customer sites as needed; safety and environmental standards must be followed.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting, preferably in a plant setting.
• Knowledge of different paint types, coatings, and application methods.
• Physical stamina to lift heavy equipment, stand for long periods, and work in various conditions.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, and applying primers.
• Mix and apply paints, coatings, and other finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Follow safety protocols, including proper handling of hazardous materials and use of PPE.
• Conduct touch-ups, repairs, and maintenance painting as required.
• Operate and maintain painting tools and equipment.
• Work in confined spaces, at heights, or in challenging environments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate records of tasks completed, materials used, and safety procedures followed.

Skills

Industrial painting experience

Paint types & application

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydroblasting

Vacuum Truck

Tank cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Port Lavaca - Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Primary Responsibilities and Key Deliverables

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, and applying primers.
• Mix and apply paints, coatings, and other finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Follow safety protocols, including proper handling of hazardous materials and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Conduct touch-ups, repairs, and maintenance painting as required.
• Operate and maintain painting tools and equipment.
• Work in confined spaces, at heights, or in challenging environments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate records of tasks completed, materials used, and safety procedures followed.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in industrial painting, preferably in a plant setting.
• Knowledge of different paint types, coatings, and application methods.
• Physical stamina to lift heavy equipment, stand for long periods, and work in various conditions.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment

Tools, equipment, machinery used: Hydroblasting, Vacuum Truck, and Tank cleaning equipment.

Working conditions: Will be exposed to all weather conditions. Work on various structures and surfaces both at ground and elevated levels up to and possibly exceeding 150 ft. Work in confined spaces. Work a 12-hour shift with 30-minute lunch breaks. If requested, work overtime, and respond to emergency callouts whenever they occur. Work days, nights, and weekends. Travel to customer and other Miller sites as needed.

Physical effort required: Handling tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, crawl, bend, squat, and kneel. Must be capable of climbing towers/vessels/tanks.