Industrial Painter​/Spray Technician

Job Description

Tired of seasonal layoffs or unpredictable hours?

Resist-A-Line Industries has been a rock-solid leader in industrial infrastructure protection since 1942. We maintain a massive, recession-proof project pipeline and are currently hiring two (2) motivated Industrial Painters to join our specialized coating team.

No direct industrial lining experience? No problem. If you have grit, a strong work ethic, and a background in auto body refinishing, commercial/residential painting, construction, or heavy labor,
we will train you on our specialized high-performance coating systems.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive Starting Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hr, depending on experience.

• Guaranteed Overtime: Consistent weekly OT to significantly boost your take-home pay.

• Premium Safety Gear: We invest heavily in your comfort and protection with top-tier equipment and climate-controlled air-supplied PPE suits
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• Learn a Specialized Trade: Master high-demand skills in heavy-duty tank linings, specialized spray applications, and protective coatings that give you lifelong job security.

• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) with 4% company match
  , Paid Time Off (PTO), tuition reimbursement, and paid training.

Key Responsibilities

• Specialized Coating Application: Apply high-performance industrial paints, epoxies, and chemical-resistant linings to steel tanks, trailers, and heavy equipment using airless and conventional spray systems.

• Surface Preparation & Masking: Perform fine surface prep, grinding, cleaning, and precision masking/taping to ensure optimal coating adhesion.

• Quality Control (QC): Learn to use precision measuring tools to check ambient conditions, wet film thickness (WFT), and dry film thickness (DFT) according to job specs.

• Equipment Setup & Care: Set up, flush, clean, and maintain spray pumps, fluid lines, pressure pots, and spray guns.

• Material Handling: Safely operate forklifts and shop equipment to stage tanks, raw materials, and completed products.

• Teamwork: Work alongside a tight-knit crew to meet daily production schedules safely and efficiently.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 1 to 2+ years in painting or hands-on trades (Auto body painting/refinishing, commercial painting, manufacturing, or construction).

• Technical Aptitude: Basic understanding of paint mixing ratios, fluid pressures, air compressors, and hand tools (we teach you our specific lining systems).

• Physical Grit & Stamina: Ability to handle heavy spray hoses, operate power tools, stand for long periods, work in confined/restricted spaces, and lift up to 75 lbs.

• Safety Focus: 100% commitment to wearing proper PPE/respirators and adhering to strict shop safety standards.

• Commute: Ideally located within a 15-to-25-minute drive to Southeast Joliet
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• Basic Requirements: 18+ years old, authorized to work in the U.S., High School Diploma or GED, and able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Benefits at a Glance

• 401(k) with 4% Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay

• Paid On-the-Job Training & Trade Development

• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Assistance

Ready to build a secure career in specialized industrial coatings?

Since 1942, Resist-A-Line Industries has been the trusted leader in protecting heavy industrial infrastructure and high-performance chemical linings. With an 80-year legacy of stability and a massive, recession-proof project pipeline, we don't just offer jobs-we build lifelong careers in specialized trades.

We pride ourselves on investing heavily in our people. When you join our team, you get market-leading pay, guaranteed weekly overtime, comprehensive safety training, and top-tier, climate-controlled PPE gear. Whether you are an e