1st Shift Industrial Painter

Job Title: Industrial Painter

Job Description

This role focuses on industrial painting and coating of structural steel components in a manufacturing facility. You will use spray equipment to prepare, prime, and finish metal beams according to detailed customer specifications, ensuring high-quality and durable coatings suitable for large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural steel components for painting by performing paint prep activities such as cleaning, grinding, and hand blasting on steel surfaces.
• Operate spray guns, including HVLP (high-volume, low-pressure) systems, to apply primers and finish coats to metal beams in accordance with customer specifications and industry standards.
• Work in an industrial paint booth and open manufacturing areas to apply coatings consistently and safely on structural steel.
• Read and interpret blueprints and related documents to understand coating requirements, coverage areas, and finishing details.
• Inspect surfaces before and after painting to ensure proper preparation, coverage, and finish quality, making adjustments as needed.
• Handle and mix paints, primers, and coatings according to manufacturer instructions and shop procedures.
• Use hand tools and power tools such as grinders to prepare surfaces and achieve required profiles for coating adhesion.
• Collaborate with welders, fitters, and other team members to coordinate painting activities within the production schedule.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including paint booths, equipment, and tools, to support safety and efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures related to industrial painting, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of coatings and materials.
• Support general structural steel fabrication activities as needed, including basic fitting or assisting with MIG and flux core welding operations when required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2–4 years of industrial painting or related experience is a strong plus.
• Experience with MIG and flux core welding in a structural steel environment.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints and structural drawings.
• in fitting or working with structural steel components.
• Comfort working with grinding equipment and other metal preparation tools.
• Experience supporting large infrastructure or bridge projects.

Work Environment

The position is based in a fast-paced structural steel manufacturing facility that focuses on painting large steel components for infrastructure projects. The work environment is largely open to the elements, so you should be comfortable working in varying weather conditions. Standard hours are on the first shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with overtime available before the shift starting at 4:30 AM. You will work in and around industrial paint booths, heavy steel fabrication equipment, and metal preparation areas, using tools such as spray guns, grinders, and blasting equipment while following appropriate safety and protective gear requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bath, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bath,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.