Painter

Starting wage: $23–$28/hour depending on experience. Weekend shift (Fri, Sat, Sun; 6 am – 6:30 pm) – 36-hour work week paid as 40 hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform paint preparation in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Bend, twist, and wear full protective gear (face/head, shoulders).
• Tolerate strong odors and extreme temperatures.
• Carry out additional duties, assignments, and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• At least one year of industrial/manufacturing paint-prep experience.
• Must pass respirator medical clearance and fit-testing (OSHA 1910.134).
• Complete confined-space awareness training (OSHA 1910.146) and annual refresher.
• Complete fall-protection and HAZCOM (OSHA 1910.1200) training.
• CPR/AED/First-Aid certified with annual refresher.
• Maintain professional, respectful communication with supervisors, engineers, and team members.
• Pre-employment drug testing required; ongoing drug-free workplace.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to cold, heat, wet conditions, and very loud noise.
• Interior painting hazards:
  • IDLH (Imminent Danger to Life & Health) from VOCs near 1000 ppm (Isocyanates).
  • LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) 0–5 % with ventilation; exposure can exceed 10 % (IDLH).
  • Carbon Monoxide (CO) 0–10 ppm.
  • High slip/trip/fall risks and permit-required confined-space hazards.
  • Exposure to toxic organic/inorganic substances and explosion hazards from solvents/paints.
  • Risk of blasting injuries (lacerations, abrasions) and crane/heavy-equipment hazards.
• Exposure duration per procedure: 45 min – 2.5 hours.

PPE Requirements

• Chemical-protective garments (provided).
• Full-face respirator with organic-vapor cartridge or supplied air (provided).
• Chemical-resistant gloves (provided).

Benefits

• Bonus potential.
• Insurance: life, medical, dental, vision.
• Paid holidays and paid vacation.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions.

About Us

Ground Force/Mega Worldwide of Albuquerque designs, engineers, and manufactures the world’s finest mine-support equipment for surface and underground mining. Our diverse product line serves customers in over 60 countries. As part of Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS), we deliver equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects communities globally.