Temporary Painter Helper

Job Title:

Temporary Painter/Helper 

Reports To:

Manufacturing Lead / Supervisor

Job Summary:

Perform industrial painting and touch‑up work in support of facility expansion projects. This role focuses on preparing surfaces and applying coatings to new structural components and equipment to maintain safety, durability, and appearance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces for painting (cleaning, sanding, masking, grinding, minor repairs)
• Paint and touch up new building structures including beams, racks, cranes, and supports
• Apply new coats of paint to heavy equipment such as forklifts and material‑handling equipment
• Follow paint specifications, safety procedures, and facility standards
• Complete required paint reports and documentation
• Work safely around active shop, construction, and forklift traffic with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and internal teams

Qualifications:

• Industrial or commercial painting experience preferred
• Experience with structural steel or equipment painting a plus
• Inorganic zinc or industrial coating experience preferred
• Ability to wear a full‑face respirator for extended periods
• Ability to work independently and follow safety guidelines

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and work at varying heights
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to work overtime as needed