Painters

Axis Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Houston, Texas is seeking a skilled Industrial Painter to support coatings and blasting operations. The successful candidate will prepare surfaces, apply protective coatings, and maintain equipment while ensuring that work areas are safe and hazard-free. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with various application methods and strong attention to detail in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial painting and blasting equipment preferred.
• Must be capable of carrying/wearing harness and work belt weighing 2,550 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Apply coatings to surfaces using various methods.
• Prepare surfaces using hand tools and power tools.
• Support paint crew operations and inspect surfaces.
• Measure and mix paint accurately using a paint mixer.
• Monitor and maintain blast pots, paint pots, and breathing air box during operations.
• Perform daily general housekeeping and other duties as assigned.
• Visually inspect surfaces for coating readiness.
• Store and dispose of chemicals per AXIS policies and in compliance with regulations.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervision.

Skills

Hands-on experience with multiple application methods

Strong attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blasting equipment

Paint mixer

Paint mixer

Job description

AXIS Industries is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Industrial Painter to support our coatings and blasting operations. This role is responsible for preparing surfaces, applying protective coatings, maintaining equipment, and ensuring work areas remain hazard-free. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with multiple application methods and thrives in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply coatings to surfaces using brush, roller, conventional spray, airless, thermal spray, and other specialty methods.
• Prepare surfaces for coating using hand tools, power tools, and blasting equipment.
• Support paint crew operations including painting, blasting of pipes, structures, etc.
• Measure and mix paint accurately using a paint mixer.
• Monitor and maintain blast pots, paint pots, and breathing air box during operations.
• Perform daily general housekeeping and other duties as assigned.
• Visually inspect surfaces for coating readiness.
• Clean and store paint tools and equipment after use.
• Maintain a clean and organized jobsite, free from hazards.
• Store and dispose of chemicals per AXIS policies and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervision.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with industrial painting and blasting equipment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the role:

• Frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance).
• Must be capable of carrying/wearing harness and work belt weighing 2,550 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, trailers, trucks, and scaffolding at high elevations.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, color vision, and focus adjustment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

AXIS Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.