Painter (2nd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance

Paid time off

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. You will perform paint prep, operate spray equipment, and ensure high-quality finishes while maintaining safety and efficiency in a busy manufacturing environment.

You'll work 2nd shift from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, handling surfaces, performing touch-ups, and supporting production schedules.

Qualifications

• Hands-on paint preparation including cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces.
• Ability to mix paints to specified ratios and requirements.
• Experience operating spray equipment for coatings on metal parts.
• Experience with sandblasting or similar prep methods.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled shop with noise and dust.
• Ability to lift 5–75 lbs during shifts.
• Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE.
• Reliable availability for 2nd shift (4:00 PM–12:30 AM).

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding, and masking.
• Mix paints and coatings according to formulas.
• Operate paint spray equipment to apply coatings.
• Perform paint prep such as sandblasting.
• Inspect painted parts for quality and touch up as needed.
• Move parts and materials around the facility, lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Support production schedules during 2nd shift.
• Work in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.

Skills

Paint prep

Paint mixing

Spray equipment operation

Sandblasting experience

Shop safety

Lifting 5-75 lbs

PPE compliance

2nd shift availability

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tulsa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.