Finishing - Custom Industrial Painter

As a  Custom Industrial Painter  you are responsible for the preparation and maintenance of paint coating and spray booth equipment and systems as well as for the cleaning, sanding, priming, and painting of custom machined‑part surfaces. The Industrial Painter will ensure the proper adhesion of both paint and coatings that are designed to stand up to the rugged and challenging terrain of the forestry industry.

Location:

200 Avenue Road, Cambridge, ON

Dedicated Day

Shift:  6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday

Dedicated Afternoon

Shift:  2:30pm - 1:00am, Monday - Thursday

Shift Premium:  $3.00 per hour for afternoons

Job Duties

Use of spray equipment to apply paint and other materials

Clean and prep surfaces using processes such as sanding, scraping and grinding

Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, or sandblasters

Read and review electronic paint specifications, apply primer, mix paint to the correct ratio as per paint specifications and apply paint based on the exact mil specifications required by customers

Pour paint into spray guns and adjust nozzles and paint mixes for proper paint flow and coating thickness

Monitor and identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks, and correct their causes

Sand surfaces between coats of paint or primer to remove flaws and enhance adhesion for subsequent coats

Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment, using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths for cleaning duties

Ensure all paint related waste is properly labeled, stored and disposed of

Maintain paint booth and associated equipment to ensure proper working condition

Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed

Safely operate overhead cranes to move material to and from paint booths

Skills and Experience

Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands, and able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or other unexpected events

Attention to detail to ensure precision in painting applications

Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve effectively and efficiently

Physical requirements include standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 pounds, and bending

Understanding of different coatings and their properties

Familiarity with spray guns, sanders, and other industrial painting tools

Qualifications

Exposure to apprenticeship programs, classroom instruction or industrial painting experience an asset, or a willingness and desire to learn

What We Can Offer You

Family-Oriented Company:  Lots of social events, BBQs, pizza parties and more!

Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing:  In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.

RRSP Matching Program:  Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!

Skills Development and Training Reimbursement:  An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre‑approval and repayment.

Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP:  Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.

Active Social Committee:  Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Mac Donald Steel Limited strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

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