Industrial Painter

Job Title:

Industrial Painter

The Industrial Painter will be responsible for painting the exterior and interior of industrial tanks or pressure vessels. This role involves working in an industrial setting where wearing a respirator is required. The Painter will utilize an airless spray system, along with brush and roll techniques, to perform finish work. Working with multiple types of paints, thinners, and chemical‑resistant linings, the Industrial Painter will apply heavy coatings with thick films, not water‑based paints.

Responsibilities include prepping surfaces, mixing paints, reading data sheets, and understanding key factors. This position involves working inside tanks and on scaffolding to spray tank tops, as well as using hand and power tools for final assembly after painting.

2nd shift nights Monday–Thursday: 4:30 PM – 3:15 AM, Friday: 2:30 PM – 11:15 PM, Saturday when needed: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Will train for 2 weeks or so on days Mom‑Thurs 6:00am - 4:45pm
• Pay : $25+ (based on skills and experience)

• Paint the exterior and interior of industrial tanks or pressure vessels.
• Use an airless spray system, along with brush and roll techniques, for finish work.
• Work with multiple types of paints, thinners, and chemical‑resistant linings.
• Apply heavy coatings with thick films.
• Prep surfaces and mix paints.
• Read and understand data sheets to ensure proper application techniques.
• Spray inside tanks and work on scaffolding to spray tank tops.
• Use hand and power tools for final assembly of tanks once painted.

• 5+ years of industrial painting and spraying experience.
• Experience in painting across various environments, not limited to production or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in working with thick film paint and multiple types of paint chemicals.
• Knowledge and experience with exterior and interior paints, coatings, and linings.
• Familiarity with paint booths, sanding, cleaning, production, blasting, sandblasting, hand tools, and spray painting.

• Understanding of environmental factors affecting painting materials.
• Knowledge of dew point to prevent bubbling and ensure paint adhesion.
• Understanding of WFG and DFG differences.
• Ability to use inspection equipment to meet millage targets.
• Experience in painting within quality standards.
• Ability to read and understand data sheets, including pot life, mix ratio, millage requirements, and recoat windows.

The company is experiencing rapid growth, providing a great opportunity to join at an exciting time. There are opportunities for personal job growth, with typically a $1 pay increase once permanent. The company envisions transforming the site into a world‑class facility. Employees receive two bonuses per year and annual evaluations for raises.

Work in an outdoor open‑air paint shop with a roof and two open sides on each end. A respirator is required due to the industrial setting. The job requires going into tanks, so the ability to work in confined spaces is necessary.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville, FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.