Industrial Painter (St. Petersburg, FL)

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Summary:

Prepares and applies protective coatings to Facility and Facility Site equipment, machinery, and structures to prevent corrosion and deterioration, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, scraping, and applying primers or sealers.
• Applies paint, varnish, epoxy, or other coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Mixes and matches paint to required specifications, ensuring proper consistency and color.
• Operates and maintains painting tools and equipment, including spray guns, compressors, and safety gear.
• Follows all safety procedures and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Inspects painted surfaces for quality and touch-ups as needed.
• Works from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts to reach high or difficult areas.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and properly disposes of hazardous materials.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of painting equipment and tools.
• Completes required documentation and reports related to painting activities.
• Works overtime and varied shifts as required. Education/Experience:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.
• Certification in industrial painting or coatings application is desirable.
• 2 years of experience in industrial or commercial painting, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques and coating systems.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and hazardous material handling.

Certifications and Licenses:

Certifications as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA, NACE).

Supervision Received:

Performs job duties within prescribed standards. Minimal supervision necessary once tasks are mastered.

Computer Skills:

Basic computer skills for reading work orders and completing reports.

Competencies:

• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Respectful and professional behavior in diverse work environments.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols precisely.

Physical Demand:

• Stand, sit, walk.
• Handle tools and equipment with fine motor skills.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Climb ladders and scaffolds.
• Stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, crawl.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Use vision to inspect surfaces and finishes.
• Wear and operate PPE including respirators and protective suits. PPE Required:
• Negative/positive pressure respirator.
• Self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Hardhat.
• Safety shoes.
• Eye protection.
• Chemical-resistant gloves and suits.
• Flame-resistant clothing.
• Hearing protection.
• Safety harness. Environmental Conditions:
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Wet or humid conditions.
• Airborne particles and fumes.
• Exposure to chemicals and solvents.
• Hot and cold temperatures.
• Noise in work environment.