Smith Industries is seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Level I Painter to support our fabrication operations. This role is responsible for preparing vessels and fabricated products for painting and performing touch-up work to ensure finished products meet quality and safety standards.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, wear required PPE, exercise stop-work authority when conditions are unsafe, and immediately report all incidents, accidents, or safety concerns to a supervisor
- Prepare vessels and other Smith Industries products for painting and touch-up
- Perform surface preparation including sanding, cleaning, inspecting, masking, and taping
- Prepare products for painting by blowing down with air, wiping with thinner, and cleaning surfaces as required
- Perform touch-up painting to correct imperfections and ensure product quality
- Safely use small hand tools and equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Prior experience in industrial painting or paint preparation preferred
- Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and surface preparation techniques
- Commitment to safe work practices and hazard recognition (JSA experience a plus)
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.