Paint Prep Technician

Paint Technician
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The Paint Technician is responsible for preparing and painting transformer units. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards and company policies are essential functions of this role.

• Review checklist and follow work order instructions to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Assess units prior to painting and check for issues (defects, leaks, etc.), escalating defect issues to lead or supervisor if discovered.
• Mix paint and ensure the viscosity is consistent with specifications.
• Replace paint in pots/drums as needed.
• Ensure paint guns are all in working order and spray pattern consistency is correct prior to painting the equipment.
• Clean unit off accordingly by air or tack cloth if needed.
• Apply primer and paint as required to comply with quality expectations.
• After primer and paint is complete, look over unit to ensure quality expectations are met.
• Reassemble spray unit parts as required.
• Move completed unit to final assembly.
• Follow all safety protocols including wearing appropriate PPE, respirator, glove, and safety glasses.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation and area.

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• OSHA 10 certified, preferred.
• 1 year experience in paint manufacturing, preferred.
• 1 year experience with material handling equipment (forklift, crane, etc.), preferred.
• Knowledge of basic hand tools preferred.
• Proven track record in safety excellence required.
• Adherence to all safety and environmental compliance regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.
• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
• Strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem‑solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Adherence to the company employee handbook policies and embodiment of the organization’s core values.
• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast‑paced work environment.

• Safe protocols require the completion and passing of a respiratory fit test.
• Lift 50 lbs from floor to waist and waist to shoulder multiple times.
• Stand and walk for long durations.
• Bend, squat, and kneel multiple times for long durations.
• Climb up and down a ladder multiple times.
• Balance and stand on a ladder with three points of contact for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in both heat and cold due to manufacturing facilities not being climate controlled.