Painter I - SBST

Scope of Responsibility

Operate large forklifts and all associated paint/compressor equipment including guns, hoppers and collection systems
Follow blue prints for the coating dimensions and measurements accurately
Prepare and set-up/blast with sand, shot, or grit
Use blaster to prepare part or assembly surface for coating
Prepare paints. Use wet and dry film
Apply high build epoxies according to project specifications
Apply paint. Use professional painting techniques with industrial spray equipment, airbrushes and industrial paint booth methodologies while following SSPC painting practices
Utilize a variety of spraying devices airless and air powered sprayers
Maintain paint equipment and troubleshoot or report issues
Clean and maintain associated compressors
Achieve/maintain consistent DFT
Electronically collect labor hours and track process information on each job
Identify material by job number, piece mark, labels and/or other applicable indicators
Maintain compliance with regulations and policies regarding safe storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
Follow established housekeeping standards

Essential Duties

Operate large forklifts and all associated paint/compressor equipment including guns, hoppers and collection systems
Follow blue prints for the coating dimensions and measurements accurately
Prepare and set-up/blast with sand, shot, or grit
Use blaster to prepare part or assembly surface for coating
Prepare paints. Use wet and dry film
Apply high build epoxies according to project specifications
Apply paint. Use professional painting techniques with industrial spray equipment, airbrushes and industrial paint booth methodologies while following SSPC painting practices
Utilize a variety of spraying devices airless and air powered sprayers
Maintain paint equipment and troubleshoot or report issues
Clean and maintain associated compressors
Achieve/maintain consistent DFT
Electronically collect labor hours and track process information on each job
Identify material by job number, piece mark, labels and/or other applicable indicators
Maintain compliance with regulations and policies regarding safe storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
Follow established housekeeping standards

Position Requirements

• Prior paint booth/blast and Manufacturing experience highly preferred
• Regular, consistent & timely attendance is required
• Must be able to obtain STS Crane/Forklift Certification
• Experience using forklifts highly preferred
• Knowledge of hand tools, grinders and proper PPE during use
• Knowledge of basic shop mathematics, addition, subtraction, fractions and decimals
• Basic understanding of English is required. Ability to speak, read and write in English highly preferred
• Must know, or be able to learn, how to read a tape measure and blue prints
• High School Diploma, or equivalent preferred

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 75 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, tugging, stooping, bending, twisting, crawling and handling of materials
• Position requires manual dexterity, ability to pick/pinch and work with fingers, repetitive motions of wrists/hands/finger, arm-hand steadiness and a safety-minded individual
• Effectively and safely utilizes ladders, manlifts, forklifts, overhead cranes, etc.
• Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
• Must be able to work in an open environment for long shifts (including weekends) exposed to extreme temperatures, standing entire shift
• Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time and be able to observe and receive information from all relevant sources
• Visual acuity to perform visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes
• Able to perform duties in confined areas wearing all necessary PPE including protective clothing and respirators

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

About the Role

We work with our employees to create customized career paths and development in all facets of the organization. People will always be our greatest asset and we place emphasis on enhancing the lives of our employees.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, or equivalent preferred

Skills

Knowledge of hand tools, grinders and proper PPE during use
Knowledge of basic shop mathematics, addition, subtraction, fractions and decimals
Basic understanding of English is required. Ability to speak, read and write in English highly preferred

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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