Painter Helper: Prep, Sand & Paint Support - Forklift

Texas Disposal Systems; Creedmoor (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Disposal Systems in Creedmoor, TX is seeking a helper to assist painters and welders with sanding, prepping and painting tasks. The role emphasizes safety, PPE, and accurate time-tracking and documentation of work performed.

You will prepare surfaces, apply decals, requisition parts, operate forklifts and other equipment, and help maintain a clean, organized workspace while following company safety policies and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Forklift certified or able to become certified within 90 days of employment.
• Working knowledge of painting techniques, metal integrity, sanding and grinding operations.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment (air compressors, grinders, sanders, stencils, paint equipment, and paint cleaning supplies).
• Must pass a pulmonary function and respirator fit test; mechanical aptitude with a desire to learn.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; read/write in English.
• Able to follow instructions; read/interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Aptitude for maintaining and repairing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Prepare surfaces for painting.
• Document work completion and time-tracking in accordance with company procedures.
• Apply decals and unit numbers for tracking purposes.
• Requisition parts as necessary.
• Remove old paint/decals to provide a smooth bondable surface for paint adhesion.
• Operate forklifts, roll-off trucks and other equipment as required.
• Conduct inventory when directed by the supervisor.
• Prepare surfaces to be protected on interior or exterior assets to be painted for corrosion prevention.
• Prepare containers, compactors, boxes, buildings and other company assets as assigned by supervisor.
• Comply with company safety policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Report immediately any safety violations and correcting unsafe acts or conditions.
• Conduct monthly, daily and weekly inventories as required.
• Maintain a clean workspace.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PPE compliance

Painting prep

Time tracking

English reading/writing

Instruction following

Mechanical aptitude

Safety reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Air compressors

Grinders

Sanders

Stencils

Paint equipment

Paint cleaning supplies

Job description

Texas Disposal Systems in Creedmoor, TX is seeking a helper to assist painters and welders with sanding, prepping and painting tasks. The role emphasizes safety, PPE, and accurate time-tracking and documentation of work performed.

You will prepare surfaces, apply decals, requisition parts, operate forklifts and other equipment, and help maintain a clean, organized workspace while following company safety policies and state regulations.