Industrial Painter

Role Summary

The Industrial Painter is responsible for producing professional, durable finishes on large Energy Storage System (ESS) containers and for installing epoxy resin floor coatings. The position also performs interior and exterior painting in offices, houses, and plant areas. This role requires an experienced painter who can independently prepare surfaces, select appropriate application methods, and complete work to established quality standards.

Responsibilities (includes but not limited to)

• Prepare and paint large ESS containers, including metal panels, doors, frames, and other designated surfaces, to meet approved finish specifications.
• Clean, degrease, sand, remove rust, repair minor surface defects, and apply primers as required. Mask and protect electrical components, labels, seals, hardware, and adjacent surfaces from coatings and overspray.
• Apply primers, industrial paints, and protective coatings using spray equipment, rollers, and brushes. Produce uniform coverage, clean edges, consistent color, and a professional finish.
• Prepare concrete floors for epoxy resin coatings through cleaning, mechanical preparation, and appropriate minor repairs. Evaluate surface condition and report moisture or substrate concerns before application.
• Mix and apply epoxy primers, resin coatings, and topcoats according to approved product instructions, including mixing ratios, working time, coverage, and curing requirements.
• Perform miscellaneous painting in offices, houses, and plant areas, including walls, ceilings, trim, doors, floors, and designated equipment or structures.
• Inspect completed work for coating defects, adhesion concerns, missed areas, runs, and uneven finishes. Complete touch-ups and repairs before releasing the work area.
• Maintain painting tools and spray equipment, manage coating supplies, and keep work areas clean. Coordinate access, work schedules, and curing periods with the supervisor and affected departments.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of professional painting experience (commercial or residential environments)
• Experience reading and following written work instructions, technical specifications, or product application guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience applying industrial or commercial coatings to large metal surfaces using spray equipment, brushes, or rollers.
• Experience preparing concrete surfaces and applying epoxy resin or other industrial floor coating systems.
• Experience performing surface preparation activities, including cleaning, sanding, grinding, priming, or removing existing coatings.
• Experience mixing, preparing, and applying industrial paints, primers, epoxies, or protective coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Experience painting industrial containers, fabricated metal products, or similar large equipment.
• Experience with airless spray systems, industrial protective coatings, and commercial or residential painting.
• Experience operating floor preparation equipment and working from ladders, scaffolding, or aerial lifts with appropriate training.

Safety and Work Practices

• Follow company safety procedures and approved instructions for chemical handling, ventilation, ignition control, and disposal of coating materials.
• Use required personal protective equipment. Complete required training and any applicable authorization before using respiratory protection, aerial lifts, or specialized equipment.
• Protect nearby employees, occupants, products, and equipment. Establish work area barriers and maintain restricted access during application and curing.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment problems, and coating issues promptly. Perform work around electrical equipment only after appropriate access and isolation controls are established.

Physical Requirements/ Work Environment

• Lift, carry, push, pull, and position materials weighing up to 50 pounds, as required by the position.
• Safely operate machinery, tools, and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform essential production tasks requiring coordinated use of both hands, including gripping, grasping, handling, positioning, and securing materials and equipment in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Additional Information

• This is a 1 st shift position. 1 st shift is Monday - Friday 7AM-3:30PM.
• Blank applications (no resume attached) will not be considered.
• This position does not offer relocation assistance. Any relocation cost will be incurred at the expense of the candidate.
• This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O for this position,
• Please frequently check the email associated with your application, as this is the primary correspondence method.

Pay and benefits

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.

Expected Pay Range $24 - $24 USD

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.