Industrial Painter Foreman

Position Summary

A Industrial/Commercial foreman level painter with proven industrial/commercial painting with 2–5+ years in structural steel, tanks, pipelines, and large-scale facilities, skilled in SSPC/NACE surface prep (blasting, power/chemical cleaning), advanced coating applications (spray, brush, roller) including epoxy, polyurethane, fireproofing, and corrosion systems, with the ability to interpret P&IDs, drawings, and coating specifications.

Responsibilities

• Surface preparation techniques: Sandblasting / abrasive blasting, power tool cleaning, chemical cleaning
• Coating application methods: Spray painting (airless / conventional), brush and roller application
• Understanding of: Epoxy coatings, polyurethane coatings, fireproofing coatings, anti-corrosion systems
• Ability to read: P&IDs or basic drawings, coating specifications and datasheets
• Assist in disassembling, removing, and cleaning form materials
• Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision
• Take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman
• Apply basic knowledge of construction processes involved in heavy industrial construction
• Support project with other tasks as directed by supervision
• Communicate with General Foreman regarding any problems arising, materials required, or any hazards noted
• Work different shifts and overtime as required
• Work under production schedule pressure
• Attain set standards of accuracy
• Perform duties in a safe manner
• Manage, lead direct reports, and mentor

Qualifications

• 4 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification/License (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in supervisory role
• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors
• Set a personal example of safe behavior
• Follow all state, company, client, OSHA, and federal guidelines regarding health and safety
• Practice and maintain good "House Keeping" by cleaning up work area and jobsite after each task

Physical Demands

• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions
• Maintain physical strength and stamina; use arms, hands, and legs fully; push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks
• Stamina to perform tasks repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals
• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: constant change in weather and site conditions
• Work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to: safety-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas
• Work at heights and abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights
• Evaluate information based on measurable standards; see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings
• Keep good balance and work at heights
• See well (either naturally or with correction)
• Hear well (either naturally or with correction)
• Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet

Benefits

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Pay

$36.00 / hour, commensurate with experience