Painter

Daktronics; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that specializes in innovative digital display technology and audio systems. This role offers impactful work in a dynamic manufacturing environment where you can grow your skills and contribute to exciting projects. You'll be part of a team that values safety and quality, with opportunities for skill increments and flexible work hours. If you're a quick learner with a passion for teamwork and quality work, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy competitive compensation and meaningful benefits while making a difference in the industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Training in painting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform work in the desired order through communication.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Quick Learner

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Training in Painting (Auto Body)

Tools

Spray Equipment

Job description

Position Summary

***Accepting applications through Friday, 02 May 2025*** When you work at Daktronics, you’ll be part of something amazing. We design, engineer, manufacture, and support bold, eye-catching digital LED display technology and audio systems.

Our products bring excitement to professional, college, and high school games. They attract customers for businesses around the world and even provide directions for people as they travel, work, and play.

As part of the Daktronics team, you’ll have interesting, impactful work with flexible opportunities. You can learn and grow at a company that provides competitive compensation and meaningful benefits – and the people are second to none.

Work Environment

Daktronics operates paint booths located near their product responsibility areas. The booths are equipped with Kremlin paint and primer systems, with Kremlin guns classified as air mix. Painters share a kitchen area where all paint components are stored. Employees are required to perform preparation, mixing, and application duties, passing pulmonary function tests to monitor health and qualify for respirator use. Respiratory protection includes fresh air positive pressure hoods. A clothing change area is provided to prevent taking contaminated clothing home. Uniforms are cleaned by a local service, and paint shoes are covered under the safety shoe reimbursement policy.

Position Details

This position is in the Sioux Falls Manufacturing department, working Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It offers skill increments and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

1. Take instruction from the paint department leadership, report on accomplishments and constraints, and communicate goals with co-workers.
2. Perform work in the desired order through communication with department leaders.
3. Identify and produce quality work as required.
4. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
5. Wear all required PPE and follow safety procedures.
6. Clean and maintain spray equipment as necessary.
7. Seek continuous improvement in quality, productivity, and knowledge.
8. Attend necessary training to keep safety and skills current.
9. Work scheduled hours reliably, with overtime as needed, and assist in other departments if required.
10. Understand and adhere to company policies and procedures.
11. Wear proper protective equipment per safety policies and OSHA standards, including safety glasses, shoes, hearing protection, and electrostatic discharge wear.
12. Be willing and able to work in other production areas based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Training in painting, such as auto body, preferred.
• Experience with paint application and mixing preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Quick learner with good communication skills, fluent in English.
• Must pass an annual Pulmonary Function Test.
• Physical requirements include working around solder, paint, solvents; distinguishing colors; reading fine print; lifting up to 50 lbs.; standing or sitting for full shifts.
• Applicants must be 18 or older.
• We do not sponsor or extend visas for this position.

Daktronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.