INDUSTRIAL PAINTER

Apache Workforce is seeking an experienced Industrial Painter / Coater to prepare and apply protective coatings to fabricated steel, structural components, skids, and industrial equipment. The ideal candidate has experience with industrial spray equipment, surface preparation, and producing consistent finishes in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces by cleaning, degreasing, sanding, grinding, and removing rust or existing coatings.
• Mask and protect surfaces that should not be painted.
• Mix paints, primers, epoxies, and other protective coatings according to manufacturer instructions.
• Apply coatings using airless or conventional spray equipment, brushes, and rollers.
• Follow job specifications for coating systems, application methods, and required film thickness.
• Monitor mixing ratios, pot life, drying times, and recoat windows.
• Inspect finished work for coverage, adhesion, runs, pinholes, and other defects; complete touch-ups as needed.
• Operate, clean, and maintain spray guns, hoses, pumps, and related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures for chemical handling, ventilation, PPE, and respiratory protection.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and meet production and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Previous industrial painting or coating experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Experience applying epoxy, polyurethane, primers, and industrial protective coatings.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot industrial spray equipment.
• Familiarity with surface preparation and coating inspection methods.
• Ability to read work instructions, coating specifications, and product data sheets.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and ability to work with a production team.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the role, including standing, bending, reaching, and handling painting equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Experience

• Abrasive blasting and steel surface preparation.
• Measuring wet-film and dry-film thickness.
• Painting structural steel, skids, modules, piping, or industrial equipment.

Apply today and include your relevant industrial painting or coating experience.