Painter/Sandblaster

Big Ass Tanks, LLC; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Ass Tanks, LLC in Artesia, NM is seeking a skilled surface-prep and paint technician to prepare surfaces, remove rust, and apply primers and coatings on industrial equipment.

You will select abrasives, operate spray guns, inspect finishes, and maintain equipment while following OSHA safety rules and using PPE. Oilfield experience preferred; able to lift 50+ lbs and work in confined spaces. This on-site role emphasizes timely project completion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is typically required.
• Oilfield experience preferred.
• Selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives (e.g., grit, shot, sand) based on the material.
• Familiarity with paint types (epoxies, urethanes) and application equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects (often 50+ pounds), and work in confined spaces.
• Ensuring high-quality, professional finishes.
• Completing projects on schedule.
• Following verbal/written instructions and communicating with team members.

Responsibilities

• Preparing surfaces, removing rust, scale, and old coatings to clean or roughen surfaces.
• Covers areas not to be painted using tape, paper, or drop cloths to prevent overspray.
• Applies primers, coatings, and finishing coats to fabricated parts and equipment using specialized spray guns.
• Mixing and matching colors and coatings to meet specific job requirements.
• Selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives based on the material.
• Cleans and maintains paint guns, spray booths, pumps, and hoses to ensure proper functionality.
• Follow safety procedures, operating scaffolding/ladders safely, and cleaning tools and work areas after completion.
• Adhering to OSHA safety standards, using PPE, and managing hazardous materials.
• Assist with surface preparation using sandblasting equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Surface preparation

Industrial painting

Blasting techniques

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Spray guns

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

Preparing surfaces, removing rust, scale, and old coatings to clean or roughen surfaces.

Cover areas not to be painted using tape, paper, or drop cloths to prevent overspray.

Applies primers, coatings, and finishing coats to fabricated parts and equipment using specialized spray guns.

Mixing and matching colors and coatings to meet specific job requirements.

Selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives (e.g., grit, shot, sand) based on the material.

Cleans and maintains paint guns, spray booths, pumps, and hoses to ensure proper functionality.

Follow safety procedures, operating scaffolding/ladders safely, and cleaning tools and work areas after completion.

Adhering to OSHA safety standards, using PPE (respirators, suits), and managing hazardous materials.

Assist with surface preparation using sandblasting equipment

Other duties as assigned

Key Requirements and Skills

• High school diploma/GED is typically required.
• Oilfield experience preferred.
• Selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives (e.g., grit, shot, sand) based on the material.
• Previous experience in industrial painting, blasting techniques, surface preparation standards, manufacturing, or finishing.
• Familiarity with paint types (epoxies, urethanes) and application equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects (often 50+ pounds), and work in confined spaces.
• Ensuring high-quality, professional finishes.
• Completing projects on schedule.
• Following verbal/written instructions and communicating with team members.