Job Description

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a Base Painter at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. Schedule: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm; OT as needed

Position Summary

Paint raw steel platforms and various products and equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Paint raw steel platforms and various products and equipment.
• Move platforms and various products using a overhead crane or forklift.
• Perform Wet Painting tasks in a safe and timely manner.
• On occasion be required to perform general labor and cleaning tasks as directed by your supervisor or leadperson.
• Keep up with routine maintenance procedures and cleaning equipment.
• Document inspections and paint usage in proper records.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience of wet painting, sandblasting and surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Proficient with use of Airless and Conventional paint spaying systems with very minimal to no defects.
• Knowledge of wet painting and proper paint mixing technique (ex: two-part Epoxy primer and Polyurethane paint).

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.
• Proficient with use of Steel Grit Blasting equipment and knowledge of basic maintenance.
• Ability to work independently or part of a small team and perform required tasks with little supervision.
• Ability to maintain a clean work area by picking up trash and sweeping the floor and disposing of paints and solvents in appropriate location. Throughout and at the end of the shift.
• Ability to perform and recognize a Commercial Grade Blast cleaning on steel.
• Ability to use a wet paint film thickness gauge and dry film thickness gauge.
• Ability to use a dial thickness gauge to achieve appropriate anchor profile of required blast.
• Ability to recognize and properly repair defects in paint finish (i.e. runs, holidays and orange peel).
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting functions on Airless and Conventional paint spaying equipment.
• Ability to follow directions, company operating procedure, safety rules and ISO requirements.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts upon request. Frequently required to work a 6th day (Saturday) during your normal shift and required to work an occasional 7th day (Sunday).

Working & Environmental Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk on concrete floor continuously for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Ability to lift metal objects of up to 50 pounds frequently for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Ability to pass a breathing test and full-face respirator fitment test.

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

*Posted position does not provide visa sponsorship or relocation.

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