Powder Coater Technician

Empire Netting and Fence; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Hot Kote is seeking an experienced Powder Coater who takes pride in doing things right. The ideal candidate notices details others miss, shows up on time, and works well without constant supervision. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and a benefits package.

The successful candidate will prep, coat, and verify finishes to industry standards while maintaining shop tools and safety practices. You will join a team that values grit, loyalty, integrity, and a positive mindset, and you’ll have

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• English, U.S. work authorization, and a valid driver's license required.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prep materials and jobs for coating.
• Perform hand-tool and surface preparation.
• Take blast-profile and coating-thickness readings.
• Learn and operate powder coating guns and settings.
• Apply powder coatings to industry standards.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work area.
• Follow proper safety and hazardous-waste procedures.
• Show up consistently, on time, and ready to contribute.

Skills

Dependable

Mechanically inclined

Willing to learn

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Powder coating equipment

Job description

Powder Coater | $18–$22/Hour

Tired of showing up, putting in the work, and feeling like you're just another person on the shop floor?

What if you could work somewhere that values the person behind the work—not just how many parts you can get through in a day?

At Hot Kote, we're looking for an experienced Powder Coater who takes pride in doing things right. Someone who notices the details other people miss. Someone who shows up when they say they will, works hard without needing someone constantly looking over their shoulder, and wants to be part of a crew they can count on.

But there's more to a good job than the work.

Our people have lives outside the shop. They hunt. They fish. They follow sports and racing. They spend weekends with family and friends. They work hard because they want to build a good life—not because work is supposed to become their entire life.

What could working at Hot Kote change for you?

Could it mean finally working with people who recognize effort?

Could it mean learning skills that make you more valuable five years from now than you are today?

Could it mean having benefits and a 401(k) that help you build something beyond your next paycheck?

Those are questions worth asking us.

The Person We're Looking For

You're probably the kind of person who looks at a finished piece and knows whether it's good enough before anyone else has to tell you.

You have Grit. Heat, dust, long periods on your feet, and a challenging day don't make you quit.

You understand Loyalty. When you're part of a team, people can count on you.

You believe in Integrity. If something isn't right, you don't hide it—you fix it.

You bring a Positive Mindset. Problems are something to solve, not something to complain about all day.

And you know how to Enjoy the Journey. You can work hard, take pride in what you accomplish, and still enjoy the people you're doing it with.

If that sounds like you, you may fit in here better than you think.

What You'll Bring to the Crew

You'll use your powder coating experience while continuing to develop your skills. You'll prep materials correctly, apply coatings to accepted industry standards, learn the ins and outs of commercial-grade powder equipment, and make sure the finished product is something you're willing to put your name behind.

You'll Also

• Prep materials and jobs for coating
• Perform hand-tool and surface preparation
• Take blast-profile and coating-thickness readings
• Learn and operate commercial-grade powder guns and their settings
• Apply powder coatings consistently and to industry standards
• Determine the appropriate tools and application methods for the job
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other shop equipment
• Assist with other shop-floor operations when the crew needs you
• Maintain tools, equipment, and your work area
• Identify opportunities to improve tools, equipment, and processes
• Follow proper safety and hazardous-waste procedures
• Perform basic equipment maintenance
• Show up consistently, on time, and ready to contribute

What It Takes

Previous powder coating or related experience is a plus. More importantly, we're looking for someone dependable, mechanically inclined, willing to learn, and proud of their work.

You should be comfortable using hand and power tools and capable of working independently while still being a strong teammate.

This is physical shop work. You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, spend extended periods standing on concrete, bend, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, and occasionally work at heights or in confined spaces.

Our shop is not air-conditioned, so you need to be comfortable working around heat, cold, dust, and changing conditions.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. English, U.S. work authorization, and a valid driver's license are required.

The normal schedule is Monday–Friday, with weekends and overtime when needed.

What You Get in Return

Pay: $18–$22/hour

Hot Kote Offers a Complete Benefits Package, Including

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Maybe You're Not Looking for Another Job.

Maybe you're looking for a place where working hard actually leads somewhere.

A place where the people beside you have your back. Where you're expected to take ownership, improve your craft, and be proud of what leaves the shop.

Grit. Loyalty. Enjoying the Journey. Integrity. Positive Mindset.

If those aren't just words to you, there's probably a reason this posting caught your attention.

Come Find Out What Makes Hot Kote Different.