Painter/Sandblaster

Essential functions:

• Preparing surfaces, removing rust, scale, and old coatings to clean or roughen surfaces.

• Cover areas not to be painted using tape, paper, or drop cloths to prevent overspray.

• Applies primers, coatings, and finishing coats to fabricated parts and equipment using specialized spray guns.

• Mixing and matching colors and coatings to meet specific job requirements.

• Selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives (e.g., grit, shot, sand) based on the material.

• Cleans and maintains paint guns, spray booths, pumps, and hoses to ensure proper functionality.

• Follow safety procedures, operating scaffolding/ladders safely, and cleaning tools and work areas after completion.

• Adhering to OSHA safety standards, using PPE (respirators, suits), and managing hazardous materials.

• Assist with surface preparation using sandblasting equipment

• Other duties as assigned
  
  Key Requirements and Skills

• High school diploma/GED is typically required.
• Oilfield experience preferred.
• Selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives (e.g., grit, shot, sand) based on the material.
• Previous experience in industrial painting, blasting techniques, surface preparation standards, manufacturing, or finishing.
• Familiarity with paint types (epoxies, urethanes) and application equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects (often 50+ pounds), and work in confined spaces.
• Ensuring high-quality, professional finishes.
• Completing projects on schedule.
• Following verbal/written instructions and communicating with team members.