Industrial Painter
GTI Fabrication · Buffalo, NY · 5 days ago
On-siteArt & CreativeFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Clean, prep, and paint fabricated metal substrates
- Prepare surfaces for coating in accordance with product data sheets and specifications
- Select, mix, and apply primers, epoxies, and topcoats
- Apply coatings using airless and conventional spray equipment
- Ensure finished work meets GTI quality standards and customer requirements
- Maintain coating quality, coverage, and finish consistency
- Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment
- Perform proper cleanup of spray equipment and workspaces
- Follow safety procedures and material handling requirements
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial or OEM painting
- Working knowledge of airless and conventional spray systems
- Basic understanding of abrasive blasting and surface preparation techniques
- Familiarity with two-component primers, epoxies, and topcoats including mixing, thinning, and cleanup
- Ability to follow work instructions, safety guidelines, and quality standards
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in industrial or OEM painting
- Strong experience with metal surface preparation and cleaning
- Strong understanding of setup, use, and maintenance of spray equipment
- Working knowledge of product data sheets and safety data sheets
- Experience checking coating thickness and recording measurements on daily logs
Benefits & Perks
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
- Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement