Senior Industrial Painter Metal & Ship Systems

Keel; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Competitive Pay

401K Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship Opportunitie

Committed to Individual Career Growth

We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Job summary

Keel in the United States seeks an experienced industrial painter to prepare, paint, and finish metal products, boats, ships, machinery, and manufactured items. You will work independently with minimal supervision, applying coatings per specifications and maintaining equipment.

The role requires thorough knowledge of paints, coatings, solvents, color matching, and safety procedures; opportunity to use spray guns, sanders, and inspection for quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• May require apprenticeship or formal training in industrial painting or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial painting or related trade.
• Advanced knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation, coating application, and spray-painting equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Advanced industrial painting and surface preparation skills.
• Proficiency in operating spray guns, brushes, rollers, and related painting equipment.
• Knowledge of paints, coatings, solvents, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to mix and match paint colors and finishes.
• Experience using air hoses, spray-painting systems, and sanding equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Ability to identify and correct painting defects or surface imperfections.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to safely handle painting materials, equipment, and tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, scraping, and repairing as needed.
• Mix and apply paints, coatings, and finishes according to specifications.
• Operate spray-painting equipment, brushes, rollers, and related tools.
• Perform industrial painting on metal products, machinery, boats, ships, and manufactured items.
• Adjust spray equipment to achieve proper coverage and finish quality.
• Inspect finished work and perform touch-ups as required.
• Clean and maintain painting equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Follow safety procedures and quality standards.
• Plan and complete assigned work with minimal supervision.
• Utilize advanced industrial painting knowledge and techniques to complete complex painting projects.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray guns

Sanders

Brushes & rollers

Job description

Keel in the United States seeks an experienced industrial painter to prepare, paint, and finish metal products, boats, ships, machinery, and manufactured items. You will work independently with minimal supervision, applying coatings per specifications and maintaining equipment.

The role requires thorough knowledge of paints, coatings, solvents, color matching, and safety procedures; opportunity to use spray guns, sanders, and inspection for quality.