Seasonal Industrial Painter/Blaster: Surface Prep & Coatings

Taurus Industrial Group; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Taurus Industrial Group in Deer Park, TX is seeking a Painter/Blaster to perform abrasive blasting and coatings application on structural steel, piping, tanks, and equipment. The role requires reading specifications, maintaining safety, and delivering high-quality finishes in a heavy industrial setting.

The position involves hands-on blasting, coating application, and equipment operation with adherence to project timelines and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in industrial blasting and painting preferred.
• Knowledge of coating systems, surface prep standards, and coating application techniques.
• Ability to operate blasting and painting equipment safely.
• Familiarity with refinery, petrochemical, power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents, specifications, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting activities to prepare surfaces for coating applications.
• Apply industrial coatings using brushes, rollers, spray methods, and airless systems.
• Mix, thin, and prepare coating materials per manufacturer recommendations.
• Inspect surfaces and coatings to ensure compliance with specs and quality standards.
• Measure wet film thickness, dry film thickness, and environmental readings.
• Operate and maintain blasting/painting equipment and tools.
• Set up containment, masking, and protective coverings to prevent contamination.
• Read and interpret coating specs, SDS, and project requirements.
• Handle and store blasting media and coatings per safety and environmental rules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Read technical docs

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in industrial blasting and painting

Tools

Abrasive blasting equipment

Spray painting equipment

Airless spray systems

Blast pots

Compressors

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Taurus Industrial Group in Deer Park, TX is seeking a Painter/Blaster to perform abrasive blasting and coatings application on structural steel, piping, tanks, and equipment. The role requires reading specifications, maintaining safety, and delivering high-quality finishes in a heavy industrial setting.

The position involves hands-on blasting, coating application, and equipment operation with adherence to project timelines and regulatory standards.