Painter (Day Shift)

GULF ISLAND LLC; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island Houma, Louisiana, United States is seeking a Painter (Day Shift) to prepare, mix and apply paints across surfaces using airless and conventional spray methods. You will assist with inventory, ensuring supplies are stocked for production needs and comply with safety procedures.

The role requires 1+ years in metal painting, attention to detail, and ability to read a tape measure. Respirator use and drug screen/background checks are part of pre-employment requirements.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in metal painting
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to read and use a tape measure
• Must be able to work with respirators and other protective gear while mixing and applying paints
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix paints according to specifications, ensuring the correct color, texture and consistency
• Apply paint to surfaces using airless and conventional spray methods, ensuring a smooth, even and high-quality finish
• Perform metal finishing tasks to ensure the surfaces are properly prepared for painting
• Conduct regular inventory checks on paints, supplies and materials and requisition additional supplies as needed to avoid production delays
• Accurately measure and check paint thickness to meet quality and industry standards
• Understand and adhere to all operating and safety procedures within the paint department
• Provide assistance to other team members within the paint department as required, contributing to the smooth flow of operations
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Skills

Attention to detail

Read tape measure

Respirators

Pre-employment drug screen

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Airless sprayers

Conventional sprayers

Tape Measure

PPE

Job description

Painter (Day Shift)

Gulf Island Houma, Louisiana, United States

About this position

Description:

Main Purpose:

The Painter is responsible for preparing, mixing and applying paints to various surfaces using airless and conventional spray methods. The Painter will also assist with inventory management, ensuring that supplies are well stocked and available for production needs.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and mix paints according to specifications, ensuring the correct color, texture and consistency
• Apply paint to surfaces using airless and conventional spray methods, ensuring a smooth, even and high-quality finish
• Perform metal finishing tasks to ensure the surfaces are properly prepared for painting
• Conduct regular inventory checks on paints, supplies and materials and requisition additional supplies as needed to avoid production delays
• Accurately measure and check paint thickness to meet quality and industry standards
• Understand and adhere to all operating and safety procedures within the paint department
• Provide assistance to other team members within the paint department as required, contributing to the smooth flow of operations
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Requirements:

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years experience in metal painting, preferably in a production or manufacturing environment
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to read and use a tape measure to assist with surface measurements and paint application
• Must be able to work with respirators and other protective gear while mixing and applying paints
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Airless and conventional sprayers
• Paint
• Tape Measure
• PPE

Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.