Painter/Blaster

Zachry Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Zachry Group is seeking an Industrial Journeyman Painter/Blaster to paint equipment and structures for protection and cosmetics. You will mix paints, operate sandblasting equipment, and apply coatings per contract specs.

You must be able to read blueprints and work safely at heights, with overtime as needed. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of painting on industrial projects, own required tools, and reliable transportation to site locations in Austin, TX.

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years working as a Painter on industrial construction projects.
• Able to read blueprints, plans, and drawings proficiently.
• Knowledge of painting techniques and coating properties.
• Must have reliable transportation and tool readiness.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints/specs to determine scope, locations, quantities.
• Identify tools required for tasks and safety risks.
• Measure and cut materials to specs; mix paints as required.
• Sand blast structures and apply coatings; use proper techniques.
• Work safely at heights and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team player

Overtime readiness

Job description

Position Summary

An Industrial Journeyman Painter/Blaster will paint equipment and structures for protection and cosmetic purposes. The position will also be required to maintain, mix, and have thorough knowledge of paint and other coating material so that to ensure the equipment or structure is painted and protected as per contract or specifications. Must have experience spray painting, operating sandblasting equipment and fireproof applicating.

Qualification Highlights

• Must be able to read blueprints, sketches, or building plans.
• Must have all Knowledge Skills and Abilities required (see below).
• Must be willing to assist other crafts while not actively working on a painting project.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must be able and willing to follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation

Position Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Identify all tools required for tasks.
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks.
• Measure, mark, and cut required wooden/metallic materials to required specifications.
• Identify and mix paint and coatings as required and sand blast structures
• Know the proper use and techniques (stroke types) required per the paint/coating used and the item being painted or coated.
• Must be able to work at heights and off of ladders and scaffolds safely.
• Housekeeping/Cleanup work areas.

Required Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years working as a Painter or Painter Helper on an industrial construction project.
• Must be able to read blueprints, plans, and drawings proficiently to perform duties.
• Must have knowledge on materials, tools, and processes involved with basic painting techniques and knowledge of paint qualities.
• Must be able to identify the relationship to materials to be painted and the technique, mixture, and number of coatings required.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work full work schedule and any additional overtime as needed
• Must be willing to work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Must follow all company and site rules and regulations.
• Must have required tools.

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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