Painter - Industrial Equipment

Location: Bryan, TX

Job : 327

# of Openings: 1

The Painter is responsible for surface preparation and application of industrial coatings to fabricated vessels and packaged systems prior to shipment. This role utilizes spray booths, spray rigs, and related equipment to apply protective and finish coating systems in accordance with engineering drawings, RVS standards, and customer requirements. Painters ensure proper coating selection, mixing, application, film thickness, cure, and finish quality while complying with safety, environmental, and disposal regulations.

This position will become a full-time second shift position. Initial training will take place during the first shift (7:00 am – 3:30 pm CST, Monday – Friday, 8-hour days). Once training is completed, the position would move to our second shift (8:30 pm – 7:00 AM CST, Monday – Thursday, 10-hour days)

• Prepare surfaces for coating by cleaning, masking, sanding, and inspecting prior to application.
• Read and interpret drawings, travelers, and coating specifications to determine required coating systems and colors.
• Mix single‑and multi‑component coating systems per manufacturer datasheets and RVS procedures.
• Set up, operate, and clean spray booths, spray rigs, pumps, hoses, and application equipment.
• Apply coatings to achieve required coverage, appearance, and film thickness.
• Measure and document coating thickness (DFT/mils) as required.
• Identify and correct common coating defects (runs, sags, holidays, dry spray).
• Perform daily cleaning and preventative maintenance of painting equipment.
• Maintain paint booths, paint kitchens, and work areas in clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Manage, store, and dispose of paints, solvents, filters, and waste materials per environmental procedures.
• Coordinate coating inspections and acceptance with Quality Control prior to shipment.
• Support movement and positioning of vessels and packages using forks, cranes, and man‑lifts (as trained).
• Follow all PPE, respiratory protection, ventilation, and safety requirements.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in industrial painting or coatings application required
• Familiarity with spray equipment, coating systems, and surface preparation methods
• Ability to read work instructions, job travelers, and basic drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment (standing, lifting, bending)
• Understanding of shop safety practices and PPE requirements
• Non-temperature-controlled manufacturing shop environment
• Standing, walking, and working around large industrial equipment
• Using paint systems and spray rigs
• Use of PPE and adherence to strict safety procedures
• Collaboration with production teams, quality, and engineering

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Profit Sharing
• Stable, growing company with long-term career opportunities
• Team-focused culture with an emphasis on safety and quality
• On-the-job training and skill development

RVS, a wholly owned subsidiary of EVAPCO, Inc., was founded in 1983 and manufactures quality ASME pressure vessels, vessel packages, and controls for multiple industries. We are a leading provider of both food and beverage production and cold storage solutions for the Industrial Refrigeration Industry. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities have made us a leading supplier of equipment to the Oil, Natural Gas and Petrochemical Industries as well as Data Center Markets.

If you are driven and energetic in your pursuit of innovation and self-improvement, you will find yourself welcome as part of the EVAPCO RVS family. We are committed to creating an environment of ongoing coaching and skill building and focus on providing every team member with the tools, resources, and training to ensure we continually grow our talent across the business.