Painter / Sandblaster

About the Role

Effectively prepares and paints and/or blasts major sub-assemblies and other parts in production made according to specifications and schedule requirements. Responsible for mixing paints, matching colors, preparing surfaces, and applying paint to these surfaces. May perform touch-ups or coordinate large painting projects related to the industry.

Work Environment: On-Site in Houston.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation activities, which include masking and sanding of product prior to painting or sandblasting.
• Perform blasting and spray-painting functions and preparatory undercoating.
• Clean and maintain paint shop equipment such as blast pots, air lines, fluid lines, paint pots, paint guns, and respirators.
• Mix paints, primers, etc. according to specifications.
• Paint major assemblies and detail parts with use of spray guns.
• Strip paint and prepare surfaces as required.
• Use wet mill gauge as needed.
• Measure blast profiles.
• Valve assembly and disassembly.
• Mix and pour refractory.
• Clean and sand blast parts and assemblies as needed.
• Inspect units for free operation and physical imperfections.
• Rework rejected product as specified by test results, replacing indicated components.
• Place completed work in designated location.
• Notify supervisory personnel of equipment and operating difficulties.
• Responsible for cleaning/washing equipment prior to paint process.
• Ability to perform hydro pressure testing.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area, support the company 5S and Lean Initiative Programs, and comply with all safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Understands proper use of live loading equipment (hoists), cylinder wash equipment, and equipment used for painting process.
• Prior industrial paint knowledge and experience strongly preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in rigging, crane, and forklift operation required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, or 10 years on-the-job experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (office/cubicle environment with computers, fax machines, and printers operating) to loud (manufacturing environment with large machinery operating).

Pay

Pay range: $22–$25/hour. Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

Benefits

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share.
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching.
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (adoption benefits are equivalent).
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (adoption benefits are equivalent).
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like Pride Network and Network of Women groups.
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays.
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program).
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits, including but not limited to: critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through a discount advantage platform.
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee.
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab.
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee-only price.

Benefits plans change year over year, but guiding principles ensure employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date.