Job: Painter
Reports to: Paint Supervisor
Job Summary
The Industrial Painter is responsible for surface preparation, coating application, and finishing of structural steel, piping, equipment skids, and prefabricated modular assemblies produced within the OSC facility. This role ensures all painted products meet company quality standards, project specifications, and safety requirements while supporting production schedules.
This is a fully on-site position. The employee will complete a minimum 90-day on-site training period at Epsilon Industries’ Tuscaloosa, Alabama facility and will receive a per diem of $500 per week during the training period. Upon completion of training, the position will transfer to and remain fully on-site at Epsilon Industries’ Oxford, Alabama facility.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Clean, sand, grind, blast, or otherwise prepare metal and fabricated components for coating
Mask and protect areas not requiring paint
Inspect surfaces for defects, oil, rust, mill scale, and contaminants
Verify readiness prior to coating application
Apply primers, intermediate, and finish coats using spray systems, rollers, and brushes
Operate airless, conventional, and plural component spray equipment
Maintain proper film thickness per specifications (DFT/WFT)
Mix coatings accurately according to manufacturer requirements
Read and interpret paint specifications, drawings, and work orders
Perform visual inspections and thickness measurements
Correct defects such as runs, orange peel, dry spray, and holidays
Coordinate with QA/QC when required
Work with fabrication, assembly, and logistics teams to meet delivery schedules
Stage finished assemblies for shipment
Maintain paint booth organization and material inventory
Follow all OSHA and plant safety procedures
Properly use PPE including respirators, suits, gloves, and eye protection
Handle coatings, solvents, and hazardous materials safely
Maintain housekeeping to prevent fire and contamination risks
Job Qualifications
Industrial painting experience (steel fabrication, modular construction, manufacturing, or heavy equipment preferred)
Knowledge of coating systems (epoxy, urethane, intumescent, etc.)
Experience with spray equipment and paint booth operations
Ability to read drawings and specifications
Strong attention to detail and workmanship standards
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on ladders or elevated platforms
NACE / SSPC coating experience
Experience painting mechanical/electrical skids or modular systems
Forklift or overhead crane familiarity
Basic knowledge of surface prep standards (SP-2, SP-6, etc.)
Performance Expectations
Meets production throughput targets
Maintains rework rates below department threshold
Demonstrates consistent coating quality
Follows safety and housekeeping standards
Works collaboratively across OSC production teams
Work Environment
Indoor manufacturing facility
Exposure to paint fumes, noise, and industrial equipment
Use of paint booths and ventilation systems
Overtime as required to meet project deadlines