Painter (2nd Shift)

Aerotek; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Painter (2nd Shift) in Tulsa, OK to prepare, mix, and apply paint and coatings in a metal fabrication shop. The role emphasizes safe, high‑quality finishes on metal components during a busy production flow.

Responsibilities include surface prep, paint mixing, operating spray equipment, inspecting finishes, and adhering to safety protocols. The 2nd shift runs 4:00 PM–12:30 AM, with lifting up to 75 lbs and non‑climate‑controlled shop conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience with paint prep, mixing, and spray application.
• Proficiency in maintaining quality finishes on metal parts.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding and masking.
• Mix paints according to formulas, ensure correct viscosity and color.
• Operate spray equipment to apply coatings evenly on metal components.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and perform touch-ups as needed.
• Move and lift parts up to 75 lbs and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Paint preparation

Paint mixing

Spray painting

Sandblasting

Material handling

Safety compliance

Shift flexibility

Quality inspection

Tools

Paint spray equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Painter (2nd Shift)

Job Description

The Painter (2nd Shift) role focuses on preparing, mixing, and applying paint and coatings in a metal fabrication shop. You will perform paint prep, operate spray equipment, and ensure high-quality finishes on parts and materials while working safely and efficiently in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and masking parts and materials as required.
• Mix paints and coatings according to specified formulas, ensuring correct color, viscosity, and consistency.
• Operate paint spray equipment to apply coatings evenly and accurately to a variety of metal components.
• Perform paint prep activities such as sandblasting and other surface treatment methods to achieve proper adhesion.
• Inspect painted parts for quality, coverage, and finish, and make any necessary touch‑ups or adjustments.
• Handle and move parts and materials throughout the facility, including occasional lifting of items ranging from 5 lbs to 75 lbs.
• Follow all safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment such as steel‑toed shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage and handling of paints, solvents, and equipment.
• Work effectively on 2nd shift (4:00 PM – 12:30 AM), meeting production schedules and supporting overall manufacturing operations.
• Adapt to a non-climate-controlled shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, odors, and temperature variations while maintaining high performance and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Hands‑on experience with paint preparation, including cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces for coating.
• Ability to mix paint accurately according to specified ratios and technical requirements.
• Proficiency in using paint spray equipment to apply coatings to metal parts and assemblies.
• Experience with sandblasting or similar surface preparation techniques in a manufacturing or shop setting.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled metal fabrication shop with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, odors, and temperature changes.
• Ability to move about the facility throughout the shift and perform occasional moderate lifting of parts and materials from 5 lbs to 75 lbs.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and consistently using required personal protective equipment.
• Reliability and willingness to work 2nd shift hours from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
• Familiarity with shop safety practices and safe handling of paints, solvents, and related materials.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality standards in paint finishes.
• Strong work ethic and ability to stay productive in a fast‑paced, production‑focused setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a production‑focused environment where your hands‑on skills are valued and where you can take pride in the visible quality of your work. The role offers stable 2nd shift hours, the opportunity to work with industrial painting and finishing processes, and a culture that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate-controlled metal fabrication shop on 2nd shift, working from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM. You will move throughout the facility and handle parts and materials, including occasional lifting from 5 lbs to 75 lbs. The environment includes typical shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, odors, and temperature variations. Required attire and equipment include steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses, with hearing protection and safety glasses provided. You will work around paint mixing and spray equipment, sandblasting operations, and other fabrication processes in a busy manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D