Painter - 2nd Shift *$1k Sign-On Bonus*

ES Utilities South Dakota-USA; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Health insurance

401k matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Terex is seeking a skilled painter to operate and maintain paint equipment, prepare surfaces for epoxy primer, and manage multi-color truck finishes. You will mix paints using the in-house system, remember numerous paint and reducer codes, and spray a variety of coatings while adhering to safety standards.

The role demands meeting tight deadlines, working in different shop areas, and maintaining zero-defect quality practices. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a paint gun and manage its maintenance.
• Ability to identify and fix gun-related issues.
• Ability to follow proper sequential steps in tasks.
• Prepare surfaces for epoxy prime coat.
• Proficient with in-house paint mixing system.
• Remember and apply paint and reducer numbers for various formulas.

Responsibilities

• Operate paint equipment and ensure proper gun function.
• Maintain and troubleshoot paint gun and related tools.
• Plan and execute painting steps in correct sequence.
• Prepare surfaces for epoxy priming and primer coat.
• Use the in-house mixing system to prepare paints.
• Recall paint numbers, reducers, and mixing ratios for diverse products.
• Mix and spray multiple paint types with accuracy and consistency.
• Anticipate needs for multicolor truck finishes.
• Identify and correct paint-compatibility issues and reactions.
• Move around shop as needed to meet deadlines and ensure safety.

Skills

Paint gun operation

Troubleshoot paint gun

Sequence planning

Epoxy primer prep

In-house mixing system

Paint numbers & reducers memory

Paint mixing diverse types

Multicolor truck planning

Color/paint reaction problem solving

Safety & compliance awareness

Job description

What you'll do

• Ability to handle a paint gun.
• Ability to spot if gun is not working properly and do the maintenance if needed.
• Ability to organize and perform the steps needed in sequence.
• Ability to prep bodies for epoxy prime coat.
• Ability to use in house mixing system.
• Ability to remember all paint numbers and reducer numbers as well as how to mix all types, brands, and the amounts needed.
• Ability to mix and spray all types of paints such as metallic, acrylic enamels, primers, polyurethanes, spatter paints, molycote, and under coating.
• Ability to plan ahead for multicolored trucks.
• Must know how to spot and correct all types of related problems such as paint reaction to each other.
• Must be able to move to any area of the shop; to be creative and meet strict deadlines as well as endure long hours.
• Comply with Terex safety and quality standards through error prevention and by meeting such requirements with zero defects.

What you'll bring

• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and 40-100 lbs with assistance of others or lifting equipment provided.
• A painter is usually assigned to one area but must possess the ability to perform in several areas and will be assigned to several if required.
• A finish painter must be able to finish paint to exacting mill coverage of primer and paint.
• Work involves decisions using ingenuity, initiative, and sound judgment.
• Exposure to all kinds of weather.
• Atmospheric exposure fumes and heat.
• Certain personal protective equipment is required.
• Compliance with all applicable occupational health and safety required.

Why Join Us

We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.

Check out this video! The Terex purpose.

Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.

Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.

We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.

We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.

Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

• competitive salaries
• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx)
• life insurance
• accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• short-term and long-term disability
• extended leave options
• paid time off
• company holidays
• 401k matching
• employee stock purchase plan
• legal assistance
• wellness programs
• tuition reimbursement
• discount programs

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is $23.00-$26.00 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. This above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles-alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated.

We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [e-mail].

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Miscellaneous

Terex Purpose Video Terex Careers Video Terex Early Talent Video Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles-alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.