Industrial Painter General Labourer

Adecco is currently hiring Industrial Painters & Skilled Labourers for full-time opportunities in Halifax, NS. These roles are ideal for individuals with hands-on experience in industrial environments who enjoy working on large-scale projects in a shipyard setting.
If you have experience with surface preparation, coatings, or general labour in industrial settings, this is a great opportunity to secure long-term work.

• Salary: $36/hour
• Location: Halifax, NS
• Schedule: Rotating shifts (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM / 4:30 PM - 1:00 AM / 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM)
• Employment Type: Full-time | Temporary
• Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and apply coatings using sprayer guns
• Perform painting using pot and brush methods
• Work with various materials including metal products, construction materials, and coatings
• Perform surface preparation including solvent cleaning, hand tool cleaning, and power tool cleaning to bare metal
• Complete lead abatement tasks
• Perform general cleaning of shops, facilities, and project areas
• Assist with setup for work on vessels or in the shop
• Perform fire watch and confined space watch duties
• Assist in docking and undocking vessels
• Support team members with general labour tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in Canada
• Must be able to pass a Government Security Clearance/background check
• Full PPE and fit-tested respirator mask required
• Valid Confined Space ticket
• Valid Fall Protection ticket
• WHMIS certification

Interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic recruitment team is ready to welcome you and support you on your path to success.
At Adecco, our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values - Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customer-Centricity - by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we are shaping a future that works for everyone.
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