Paint Technician

Job Description

Paint Technician | Liberty, NC

$20.00–$25.00/hr DOE + Attendance & Safety Incentives | 1st Shift | Full-Time

Pro Trade is hiring an experienced Paint Technician for a leading trailer manufacturer in Liberty, NC — offering strong starting pay, 1st shift hours, and a full benefits package.

Shift: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM | Overtime available Friday & Saturday

Pay:

• $20.00–$25.00/hr to start based on experience
• +$0.50/hr after 90 days (attendance & safety)
• +$0.50/hr after 6 months (attendance & safety)
• +$1.00/hr Military Service Premium (DD214 required, 2+ years active duty, honorable discharge)

What You’ll Be Doing:
Safely clean, prime, and paint metal components to a high-quality, consistent finish using pressure pots, cup guns, and paint kitchen systems. You’ll prepare trailers for paint, operate overhead cranes and forklifts, perform touch-up work on finished units, and maintain a clean, organized work area — all while following strict PPE and safety guidelines including respirator use.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in automotive or heavy equipment paint processing, OR a certified trade school/technical degree in a paint-related field
• Experience with pressure pots, cup guns, and paint kitchens
• Must be medically certified (or able to be certified) to wear a respirator
• Ability to read factory orders, blueprints, schematics, or work tickets
• Able to read a tape measure to 1/16" and perform basic math
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for up to 10 hours

Preferred:

• 8+ years of paint processing experience
• Knowledge of paint properties and paint systems
• Forklift & overhead crane experience
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements

Benefits (after 90 days):

• Health, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Vacation (based on experience)
• 401k with company match
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement