Lead Industrial Painter

Join a growing leader in the design and fabrication of prefabricated steel bridges and custom steel structures as a Lead Industrial Painter. This company specializes in delivering innovative, high-quality solutions for infrastructure projects across the country, with a focus on safety, precision, and timely delivery. This is a direct hire position with full benefits!

Responsibilities:

Oversee the preparation, painting, and finishing of steel and aluminum pedestrian bridges and structures

This position is both hands-on and supervisoryâ the Lead Painter will perform coating work while also managing the paint team, ensuring that all projects are completed on time, within specifications, and in alignment with company safety and quality standards

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of industrial coatings, a proven ability to organize and lead teams, and the drive to build and grow the department

Supervise and lead the paint team, assigning daily tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring quality standards are met

Train, mentor, and develop team members to build a skilled and efficient paint department

Oversee surface preparation, mixing, and application of coatings including epoxy, zinc, and other high-performance systems

Operate and maintain airless spray equipment and related tools

Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and contract requirements

Track and report on paint usage and inventory needs; notify management of supply requirements

Maintain and enforce safety standards, including PPE usage and OSHA compliance

Coordinate with production leadership to plan and prioritize work schedules to meet deadlines

Support continuous improvement by recommending and implementing process, equipment, or training improvements

Cross-train in other departments as needed to support overall production goalsRequirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required

Minimum 2 years of paint experience (i.e., 2-part epoxy, zinc coatings, high-performance coatings, etc.)

Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage people and processes

Forklift and overhead crane experience required

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Self-sufficient, motivated, and committed to high standards of quality and safety

Willingness to work outside of scheduled hours when neededPreferred Qualifications:

Painter certification

NACE Certification

SSPC Certification

Forklift experience

Overhead crane experience

5 years of industrial painting experienceShift Schedule: Monday â Friday, Full-TimePay Rate: $25-30/Hour, Based on Experience

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