Painter Automotive - Industrial

Schwarze Industries, Inc.; Lake Wales (FL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Schwarze Industries, Inc. in Lake Wales, FL is seeking an Industrial / Automotive Painter responsible for preparing, priming, and painting heavy equipment components and assembled units, including grapple trucks and knuckle boom loaders.

The role focuses on durable finishes that meet standards for appearance, corrosion resistance, and safety. You will read work orders, follow coating specifications, and collaborate with fabrication teams to hit production deadlines while maintaining safe

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in industrial or automotive painting, preferably heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of surface preparation, coating applications, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to use spray painting equipment and related tools.
• Basic understanding of OSHA safety standards and hazardous materials handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, blasting, masking, and applying fillers as needed.
• Mix and apply paints, primers, and coatings using spray guns and other application equipment.
• Apply industrial coatings to metal parts and fully assembled heavy equipment.
• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure proper coverage, thickness, and quality standards.
• Maintain paint equipment, booths, and tools in safe working condition.
• Follow all safety procedures related to hazardous materials and ventilation systems.
• Read and interpret work orders, technical drawings, and coating specifications.
• Perform touch-ups and rework as necessary.
• Track materials usage and maintain accurate production records.
• Collaborate with fabrication and assembly teams to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Industrial painting

Automotive painting

Spray painting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray guns

Paint booth tools

Job description

The Industrial / Automotive Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, and painting heavy equipment

components and assembled units, including grapple trucks, grapple loaders, and knuckle boom

loaders. This role ensures high-quality finishes that meet company standards for durability,

corrosion resistance, and appearance while maintaining a safe and compliant work

Overview

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, blasting, masking, and applying
• fillers as needed.
• Mix and apply paints, primers, and coatings using spray guns and other application
• Apply industrial coatings to metal parts and fully assembled heavy equipment.
• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure proper coverage, thickness, and quality standards.
• Maintain paint equipment, booths, and tools in safe working condition.
• Follow all safety procedures related to hazardous materials and ventilation systems.
• Read and interpret work orders, technical drawings, and coating specifications.
• Perform touch-ups and rework as necessary.
• Track materials usage and maintain accurate production records.
• Collaborate with fabrication and assembly teams to meet production deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• 2+ years of experience in industrial or automotive painting (heavy equipment experience
• preferred).
• Knowledge of surface preparation, coating applications, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to use spray painting equipment and related tools.
• Basic understanding of OSHA safety standards and hazardous material handling.

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