Skilled Paint Technician

Eaton Corporation; Minden (LA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 33,337; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Skilled Paint Technician to join our Fibrebond team in Minden, LA. This role requires advanced painting skills and proficiency with industrial spray equipment, ensuring high-quality applications that meet our standards.

The technician will prepare surfaces, perform various painting techniques, and maintain equipment while working in a safety-focused environment. Competitive hourly rate ranging from $18.15 to $24.20 per hour, with hours averaging at 54 per week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with spray paint equipment in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• 2+ years of painting industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines and hazardous material handling is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding and cleaning.
• Perform high-quality spray painting and apply spray foam insulation.
• Maintain painting equipment and operate forklifts and scissor lifts when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to operate hand tools

Ability to communicate effectively

Strong attendance and punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray guns

Power tools

Forklift

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Skilled Paint Technician to join our Fibrebond team in Minden, LA!

The hours for this role average at 54 per week between 6am – 4:30pm.

The hourly range for this position is $18.15–$24.20 per hour. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do

The Skilled Paint Technician is responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing structural materials and components used in modular buildings. This role requires advanced painting skills, strong attention to surface preparation, and proficiency with industrial spray equipment. The technician works closely with teammates under moderate supervision, performs high‑quality paint applications, and supports skill development through participation in complex and high‑level paint operations, with the primary objective of delivering a finished product that meets Eaton’s quality, safety, and appearance standards.

• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, masking, and repairing materials as required
• Repair surface defects or damage to materials prior to paint application
• Mix paints, primers, and coatings according to specifications and manufacturer requirements
• Perform high‑quality spray painting (primary method), as well as roller and brush applications when needed
• Apply spray foam insulation as required by job specifications
• Operate and maintain painting equipment including spray booths, airless and conventional spray guns, sanders, wire wheels, grinders, and related tools
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs to paint equipment and spray booths
• Safely operate forklifts and scissor lifts when required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by performing housekeeping duties and following 5S practices
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE use and hazardous material handling
• Assist with training or mentoring less‑experienced painters as needed
• Perform other job duties as required by job order or as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Previous working experience with spray paint equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, or automotive environment
• Experience operating hand and power tools
• Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of the work location will be considered. Active‑Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of painting industry experience
• Strong working knowledge of surface preparation techniques and paint/coating application
• Knowledge of different coating systems and application methods
• Familiar with OSHA safety guidelines requirements, and hazardous material handling, application and disposal
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, or Crown lifts; driver certification preferred

Skills

• Strong track record of attendance and punctuality
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, tape measures, and surface preparation equipment
• Ability to identify and properly use spray guns, paint rollers, and brushes
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of trade secrets

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear PPE such as eyewear, Tyvek suit, respirator, and steel‑toed boots with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, work at heights up to 14ft., ascend and descend while working on a ladder, bend, crouch, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• Facial hair is not allowed due to safety requirements of wearing the respirator
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to paint fumes

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second‑chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.