Painter

Industrial Painter

Perform industrial painting on wind turbine towers, including both interior and exterior surfaces of iron and steel structures. This role focuses on high-quality paint application, surface preparation, and production-oriented work, with spray painting and paint booth experience considered a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform industrial painting on wind turbine towers, including interior and exterior surfaces of iron and steel structures.
• Prepare surfaces for painting through sanding, blasting, and other paint prep techniques to ensure proper adhesion and finish quality.
• Operate spray guns, paint sprayers, and related equipment to apply industrial coatings in a consistent and efficient manner.
• Work in paint booths and open industrial areas as required, following established procedures for safe and effective paint application.
• Carry out sandblasting and other blasting processes to clean and prepare metal surfaces prior to painting.
• Monitor paint quality, coverage, and finish, making adjustments to equipment and techniques as needed to meet production standards.
• Handle industrial paints and coatings safely, including mixing, thinning, and cleaning equipment according to guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage and disposal of paints, solvents, and blasting media.
• Follow all safety protocols and use appropriate personal protective equipment while working in industrial indoor and outdoor environments.
• Collaborate with production teams to meet daily output goals and support efficient workflow in the painting and finishing process.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with industrial painting on metal structures such as iron and steel towers.
• Proficiency in paint preparation techniques, including blasting, sanding, and surface cleaning.
• Ability to operate spray guns, paint sprayers, and related industrial painting equipment.
• Experience working in paint booths and open industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial paint types and coatings and how to apply them safely and effectively.
• Capability to perform sandblasting and other blasting processes for surface preparation.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality finishes and consistent coverage.
• Ability to work in a production-focused environment and meet output and quality targets.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with both spray painting and booth painting in an industrial setting.
• Background in industrial paint prep, including sanding and surface conditioning.
• Comfort working on large-scale structures such as wind turbine towers.
• Familiarity with safe handling and storage of industrial paints, solvents, and blasting media.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in a very industrial environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, growth-oriented organization that offers significant opportunities for professional development and advancement. Employees benefit from a strong focus on long-term career growth, as well as the chance to earn additional income through overtime. The company values reliability, craftsmanship, and teamwork, creating an environment where skilled tradespeople can build a rewarding and lasting career.

Work Environment

Work in a very industrial setting that includes both indoor and outdoor areas, focusing on painting the inside and outside of large iron and steel wind turbine towers. The role involves regular use of industrial painting equipment such as spray guns, paint booths, sandblasting tools, and paint sprayers in a production environment. Conditions may include varying temperatures, exposure to dust and paint fumes, and working around heavy materials and equipment, with appropriate protective gear required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pueblo, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pueblo, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.