Rail & Metal Painter: Surface Prep & Coatings

1st Response Rail Service, Inc; Boyertown (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Rail Service, Inc. in Boyertown, Pennsylvania, seeks a dependable Painter to perform surface preparation and painting of metal containers and equipment, with pride in quality workmanship.

The role requires hands-on experience, familiarity with grinders, sanders, and spray equipment, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous painting experience in an industrial, equipment, automotive, or metal fabrication setting.
• Ability to perform both surface preparation and painting.
• Familiarity with painting equipment and surface preparation tools.
• Ability to follow instructions and product application requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting by removing rust, loose paint, dirt, grease, and other contaminants.
• Use grinders, sanders, wire brushes, and other preparation tools safely and effectively.
• Mask and protect areas that should not be painted.
• Mix and apply primers, paints, and coatings according to product instructions.
• Apply coatings using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers, as appropriate.
• Inspect finished work for proper coverage, consistency, and defects; complete touch-ups as needed.
• Clean and maintain painting equipment, tools, and work areas.

Skills

Surface preparation

Industrial painting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

Grinders

Sanders

Brushes & rollers

Spray equipment

Job description

First Response Rail Service, Inc. in Boyertown, Pennsylvania, seeks a dependable Painter to perform surface preparation and painting of metal containers and equipment, with pride in quality workmanship.

The role requires hands-on experience, familiarity with grinders, sanders, and spray equipment, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team while following safety procedures.