Painter (Day Shift)

Gulf Island; Houma, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

EAP

Job summary

Gulf Island in Houma, LA is seeking a Painter to mix and apply paints using airless and conventional spray methods on diverse surfaces. You’ll also help manage paints and supplies to support production needs.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year metal painting experience, can read a tape measure, and will comply with safety and PPE requirements. This outdoor role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in metal painting, preferably in production or manufacturing.
• Must be able to read and use a tape measure for surface measurements.
• Must be able to work with respirators and protective gear.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix paints for spraying according to specs.
• Apply paint using airless and conventional spray methods with high-quality finish.
• Perform metal finishing to prep surfaces for painting.
• Assist with inventory checks and requisition supplies as needed.
• Measure paint thickness to meet quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures in the paint department and PPE usage.
• Support team members to keep operations flowing smoothly.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Metal painting

Tape measure usage

Respirator use

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Airless sprayers

Conventional spray

Tape measure

Job 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

• 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.