Industrial Spray Painter

About the Role

Trackless Vehicles designs and manufactures purpose-built municipal tractors and attachments trusted by municipalities, institutions, and organizations worldwide, supporting property and infrastructure maintenance year-round. We are seeking a skilled and reliable Industrial Painter to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. Trackless Vehicles provides all required painting equipment, safety equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary to safely and effectively perform the duties of the Industrial Painter role.

Responsibilities

• Apply paint, industrial coatings, and other finishes to a variety of products as they move continuously along a production line using spray guns.
• Maintain proper spray technique, coverage, and consistency while keeping pace with the speed of the moving line. Ensure all products receive a smooth, uniform, and high-quality finish.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for painting by removing rust, dirt, grease, and other contaminants. Perform preparation methods such as power washing, sanding, sandblasting, or chemical cleaning as required.
• Accurately mix paints, primers, and other coatings according to established specifications and formulas. Adjust mixtures as required to achieve the proper consistency, color, and finish.
• Continuously monitor products as they move through the production line to identify defects, inconsistencies, or areas requiring additional coverage. Perform touch-ups or reapply coatings as necessary to ensure products meet company and customer quality standards.
• Work closely with production team members to maintain a steady workflow and ensure products are properly coated as they move through the production line. Communicate any quality or production concerns promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Properly use required PPE and follow safe handling procedures when working with paints, coatings, chemicals, and other hazardous materials.

Requirements

• Previous experience in industrial painting or a related field is preferred. Experience painting products on a moving production line is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, production-focused environment while maintaining consistent quality and keeping pace with a moving line.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify surface imperfections, coating defects, and inconsistencies.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate spray guns, painting equipment, and related tools.
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new painting techniques, equipment, products, and processes.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and established production processes.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, stretch, and work in various positions.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements and tasks for extended periods while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Ability to safely work around moving production equipment and machinery.
• Good physical stamina and ability to maintain productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a manufacturing/production environment with products continuously moving along a production line.
• Regular exposure to paint, industrial coatings, chemicals, fumes, and dust associated with the painting and surface preparation process.
• Work may involve elevated noise levels and working near production machinery and equipment.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE and protective equipment, including company-provided safety and painting equipment.
• Must follow all company safety procedures.