Sandblaster/Painter

TempWorks Software Incorporated; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) in New Orleans seeks an experienced Industrial Painter to prep, coat, and finish metal components, equipment, and marine vessels in fast-paced shop and field settings.

You will perform surface prep, apply primers and epoxies, inspect coatings for adhesion and thickness, and collaborate with welders, machinists, and fabricators on diverse projects. Shift options and emergency response availability are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial painting, blasting, or coating application experience.
• Experience operating airless spray systems and applying industrial coating systems.
• Knowledge of proper surface preparation methods and coating standards; SSPC/NACE experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and coating specifications.
• Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, fabrication, marine, or heavy equipment environments preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by sandblasting, grinding, cleaning, and masking.
• Apply coatings including primers, epoxies, and specialty systems using airless spray and conventional methods.
• Inspect adhesion and thickness of coatings; ensure finish quality.
• Mix coatings per manufacturer specs and maintain procedures.
• Collaborate with welders, machinists, fabricators, pipefitters, and other trades on projects.
• Support field service at customer facilities, industrial plants, docks, and marine locations.
• Participate in 24-hour emergency response projects as needed.

Skills

Industrial painting

Airless spray systems

SSPC/NACE experience

Safety compliance

Job description

New Orleans, LA: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter to join our team.

This position is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing metal components, industrial equipment, marine vessels, and fabricated assemblies in a fast‑paced machine shop and field service environment. Our New Orleans‑based machine shops perform everything from small‑scale mechanical and welding repairs to large industrial fabrications and marine conversions.

Essential Duties:

• Perform surface preparation including sandblasting, grinding, cleaning, and masking of metal components and structures.
• Apply industrial coatings including primers, epoxies, and specialty paint systems using airless spray equipment and conventional application methods.
• Inspect prepared surfaces and completed coatings to ensure proper adhesion, thickness, and finish quality.
• Mix coatings according to manufacturer specifications and maintain accurate application procedures.
• Work on a variety of commercial, industrial, and marine repair projects ranging from small mechanical repairs to large‑scale fabrications and vessel conversions.
• Assist with coating applications for boilers, pumps, pressure vessels, piping systems, structural steel, and fabricated assemblies.
• Safely operate and maintain painting equipment while following all safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with welders, machinists, fabricators, pipefitters, and other skilled trades to complete projects efficiently.
• Support field service work at customer facilities, industrial plants, commercial properties, docks, and marine locations as needed.
• Participate in 24‑hour emergency response projects when required.

Requirements/Skills:

• Minimum of two (2) years of industrial painting, blasting, or coating application experience.
• Experience operating airless spray systems and applying industrial coating systems.
• Knowledge of proper surface preparation methods and coating standards; SSPC/NACE experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and coating specifications.
• Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, fabrication, marine, or heavy equipment environments preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to work either day or evening shift and respond to emergency call‑outs when needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of wearing required PPE, including respirators, protective suits, gloves, and eye/hearing protection.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around industrial equipment when required.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability.