Painter Helper (Nights)

Aerotek; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Contract to hire

On-site in Pasadena

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Painter Helper (Night Shift) in Pasadena, TX to support powder coating and painting of electrical cabinets. The role involves preparing parts, mixing coatings, and assisting with spray applications in a busy, metal fabrication environment.

You will work around the paint booth, maintain quality and safety standards, and coordinate with machinists and quality staff on night shift. This contract-to-hire position offers overtime potential, a night differential, and the

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of industrial painting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience assisting with painting, blasting, and prepping parts for industrial coatings.
• Experience in manufacturing or production settings (excluding refinery experience).
• Ability and willingness to perform general labor duties, including paint prep, assembly, and material handling.
• Practical experience with industrial painting techniques such as spray painting, powder coating, and use of spray guns.
• Familiarity with working in or around a paint booth, including sanding and surface preparation.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, busy production shop with frequent overtime.
• Ability to follow specifications and instructions for mixing and applying paint and coatings.
• Reliability to work night shift hours consistently from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Assist painters and powder coaters in the paint area adjacent to the machine shop, working both inside and outside of the paint booth.
• Support painting, powder coating, and spray application on fabricated sheet metal components for electrical cabinets.
• Prepare parts for painting by sanding, blasting, and cleaning surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and finish.
• Help mix and apply paint in correct ratios according to specifications and production requirements.
• Move materials and finished parts throughout the shop, including staging, loading, and unloading as needed.
• Perform general labor tasks such as assembly, basic construction-related duties, and other odd jobs to support production.
• Assist with sandblasting and other blasting operations to remove contaminants and prepare surfaces.
• Use spray guns, paint sprayers, and other coating equipment safely and effectively under direction.
• Test paint and coatings for appropriate thickness and adherence, including calculating coating millage when needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with machine operators, fabricators, quality control staff, and material handlers to keep workflow efficient in a fast-paced production environment.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support continuous production during high-volume periods, including frequent overtime.

Skills

Industrial painting

Paint prep

Spray painting

Powder coating

Metal fabrication

Night shift

Tools

Spray guns

Paint sprayers

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

Painter Helper (Night Shift)

Job Description

This role supports the powder coating and paint operations for custom‑engineered electrical gear in a busy manufacturing environment. You will work in and around a paint booth, assisting with painting, powder coating, and spraying fabricated sheet metal used for electrical cabinets. The position involves preparing parts, mixing paint to specified ratios, performing quality checks, and handling general labor tasks to keep production running smoothly on the night shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist painters and powder coaters in the paint area adjacent to the machine shop, working both inside and outside of the paint booth.
• Support painting, powder coating, and spray application on fabricated sheet metal components for electrical cabinets.
• Prepare parts for painting by sanding, blasting, and cleaning surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and finish.
• Help mix and apply paint in correct ratios according to specifications and production requirements.
• Move materials and finished parts throughout the shop, including staging, loading, and unloading as needed.
• Perform general labor tasks such as assembly, basic construction‑related duties, and other odd jobs to support production.
• Assist with sandblasting and other blasting operations to remove contaminants and prepare surfaces.
• Use spray guns, paint sprayers, and other coating equipment safely and effectively under direction.
• Test paint and coatings for appropriate thickness and adherence, including calculating coating millage when needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with machine operators, fabricators, quality control staff, and material handlers to keep workflow efficient in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support continuous production during high‑volume periods, including frequent overtime.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of industrial painting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience assisting with painting, blasting, and prepping parts for industrial coatings.
• Experience in manufacturing or production settings (excluding refinery experience).
• Ability and willingness to perform general labor duties, including paint prep, assembly, and material handling.
• Practical experience with industrial painting techniques such as spray painting, powder coating, and use of spray guns.
• Familiarity with working in or around a paint booth, including sanding and surface preparation.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, busy production shop with frequent overtime.
• Ability to follow specifications and instructions for mixing and applying paint and coatings.
• Reliability to work night shift hours consistently from Monday to Friday.

Why Work Here?

The organization places a strong emphasis on taking care of its employees and fostering a family‑oriented culture. Team members enjoy regularly catered food and community events hosted on weekends, reflecting a genuine commitment to employee engagement and well‑being. The company actively participates in community outreach and welcomes individuals seeking a second chance, promoting inclusivity and support. With rapid expansion and growth, employees have the opportunity to be part of a thriving environment that offers stability, advancement potential, and consistent work hours.

Work Environment

The role is based in a medium‑sized, very clean and organized shop that is one of several production facilities. The environment is non‑climate‑controlled with open bay doors and numerous fans to maintain airflow, contributing to a busy, fast‑paced production atmosphere. Each shift includes around 15 people in the machine shop, including machine operators, fabricators, quality control staff, material handlers, and leadership, with plans to add more powder coaters in the future. The night shift schedule runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and it is extremely common to work 5060 hours per week; working only 40 hours is rare. A night shift differential is offered. For reference, the day shift runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Required attire includes steel‑toe footwear, jeans, a work shirt, and safety glasses, aligning with standard safety practices in an industrial production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena, TX.

Aerotek

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.