Industrial Painter (Evening Shift)

What You'll Do

• Prepare ductile iron pipe and fittings for painting, coating, and finishing.
• Inspect materials prior to blasting, coating, and shipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Apply coatings, linings, and paint using spray equipment and other painting tools.
• Verify coatings and linings are complete, undamaged, and meet specifications.
• Assist with quality control inspections and documentation of painted products.
• Maintain paint inventory, production logs, and testing records.
• Keep paint booths, work areas, and equipment clean, organized, and safe.
• Assist with labeling, staging, and moving finished products.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of respirators and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support team productivity and perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely around paints, coatings, and industrial equipment.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to distinguish colors and identify coating defects.
• Must be able to pass respirator fit testing and remain clean-shaven where required for proper respirator seal.
• Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Previous industrial painting, sandblasting, powder coating, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience using paint sprayers, airless spray systems, or coating equipment.
• Knowledge of quality control inspections and production processes.
• Experience working with ductile iron pipe, fittings, or waterworks products.
• Forklift certification or material handling experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical Insurance (Company pays 75% of employee-only premiums and 50% of dependent premiums)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 15 PTO Days & 9 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
• Training & Career Advancement
• Safety-First Culture

About the Role

At Freedom Waterworks, we hire for attitude, work ethic, and potential—not just experience. We provide training, career advancement opportunities, a strong safety culture, and a team-oriented environment where employees can build long-term careers.

We support essential water infrastructure, helping deliver clean water to communities across the country. This gives our employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing valuable skills and growing professionally.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (Company pays 75% of employee-only premiums and 50% of dependent premiums)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 15 PTO Days & 9 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
• Training & Career Advancement
• Safety-First Culture