Job Description

Position: Industrial Painter / Sand Blasting
Pay: $22- $24 DOE

Step into a long-term role with a stable industrial coatings company where your expertise in abrasive blasting and industrial spray painting is valued and put to work on complex, high-spec projects. You’ll join a skilled team focused on delivering high-quality finishes for industrial clients, with consistent work and clear standards.

About the Role:

This role is responsible for performing abrasive blasting and industrial spray painting to prepare and coat a variety of industrial surfaces to specification. You will ensure proper surface preparation, coating application, and curing conditions to achieve durable, compliant finishes. Your work directly impacts product performance, client satisfaction, and adherence to industry and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform abrasive blasting (sandblasting) to specified profiles on metal and other industrial substrates.
• Apply industrial coatings using airless and conventional spray systems to achieve required film builds and finishes.
• Prepare and profile surfaces, including cleaning, masking, and pre-coating inspections.
• Mix and thin paints and coatings according to manufacturer specifications and job requirements.
• Set up, operate, and maintain blasting and painting equipment, ensuring proper function and cleanliness.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work specifications to determine coating requirements.
• Conduct in-process and final quality checks, including coating thickness inspection and visual assessment.
• Follow OSHA and site-specific safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and respirators.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in abrasive blasting and industrial spray painting in an industrial or fabrication environment.
• Strong understanding of surface preparation and profiling for various substrates.
• Hands-on experience mixing and adjusting paints and coatings to achieve correct viscosity and application properties.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, job travelers, and written specifications accurately.
• Demonstrated competence in using and maintaining blasting and spray equipment.
• Solid knowledge of industrial coatings and paint systems, including appropriate application techniques.
• Familiarity with quality control practices, including coating thickness measurement and inspection standards.
• Consistent adherence to OSHA and industrial safety regulations, including respiratory protection and PPE use.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with 2-part epoxy coatings and other multi-component systems.
• Knowledge of temperature and environmental control and how they affect curing and finish quality.
• Background in heavy industrial, structural steel, or similar high-spec coating environments.
• Experience troubleshooting coating defects and adjusting processes to correct issues.
• 7–10 years’ experience in industrial painting and blasting roles.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Formal training or certification in industrial painting, coatings application, or abrasive blasting (preferred).
• OSHA safety training or equivalent industrial safety certification (preferred).
• Fit-tested and medically cleared for respirator use in accordance with safety requirements.

If you’re an experienced industrial painter/sandblaster looking for a permanent role where your skills are recognized and put to use on demanding projects, we encourage you to apply.