General Construction - Industrial Painter

About the role

This role is responsible for applying high-quality coatings to steel and fabricated metal assemblies. It reports to the Construction Manager and is ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail, hands-on industrial painting experience, and a commitment to producing high-quality, uniform finishes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply industrial coatings including primers, epoxies, urethanes, and other multi-component systems
• Operate spray equipment such as spray guns, pressure pots, air-assisted, and conventional systems
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and contamination control
• Ensure proper coating application by controlling film build, texture, and finish quality
• Follow coating specifications including mix ratios, induction times, flash times, and cure requirements
• Inspect finished surfaces and identify defects such as runs, orange peel, dry spray, or uneven coverage
• Correct coating defects to maintain high-quality standards and appearance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety protocols
• Support production workflows and collaborate with team members to meet project timelines
• Promote and follow all company safety policies and procedures

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Experience in industrial painting, automotive refinishing, heavy equipment painting, or similar environment, preferred
• Experience in manufacturing or fabrication environments, beneficial
• Familiarity with surface preparation techniques including sanding, grinding, cleaning, and masking
• Strong experience with spray application equipment and coating systems
• Able to follow detailed coating specifications and maintain consistent, repeatable standards
• Strong attention to detail with pride in workmanship
• Able to identify and correct coating defects to ensure quality finishes

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Physical Abilities: Perform repetitive manual tasks requiring steady hand control and coordination, Stand, bend, and move for extended periods, Lift, carry, and handle materials as required, Work in a manufacturing or industrial environment with exposure to coatings and equipment

Skills

• Industrial Painting
• Surface Preparation Techniques
• Coating Systems
• Quality Control
• Attention to Detail

Benefits

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package: Competitive Compensation, Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities, 401(k) with Company Match, Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Tuition Assistance Program, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Loyalty Awards.

Pay

Competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate production needs.