Industrial Painter

Job Title: Industrial Painter

Job Description

The Industrial Painter will be responsible for painting the exterior and interior of industrial tanks or pressure vessels. This role involves working in an industrial setting where wearing a respirator is required. The Painter will utilize an airless spray system, along with brush and roll techniques, to perform finish work. Working with multiple types of paints, thinners, and chemical-resistant linings, the Industrial Painter will apply heavy coatings with thick films, not water-based paints. Responsibilities include prepping surfaces, mixing paints, reading data sheets, and understanding key factors. This position involves working inside tanks and on scaffolding to spray tank tops, as well as using hand and power tools for final assembly after painting.

Shift and Pay:

2nd shift nights Monday–Thursday: 4:30 PM – 3:15 AM, Friday: 2:30 PM – 11:15 PM, Saturday when needed: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Will train for 2 weeks or so on days Mom-Thurs 6:00am - 4:45pm

• Pay : $25+ (based on skills and experience)

Responsibilities

• Paint the exterior and interior of industrial tanks or pressure vessels.

• Use an airless spray system, along with brush and roll techniques, for finish work.

• Work with multiple types of paints, thinners, and chemical-resistant linings.

• Apply heavy coatings with thick films.

• Prep surfaces and mix paints.

• Read and understand data sheets to ensure proper application techniques.

• Spray inside tanks and work on scaffolding to spray tank tops.

• Use hand and power tools for final assembly of tanks once painted.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of industrial painting and spraying experience.

• Experience in painting across various environments, not limited to production or manufacturing.

• Proficiency in working with thick film paint and multiple types of paint chemicals.

• Knowledge and experience with exterior and interior paints, coatings, and linings.

• Familiarity with paint booths, sanding, cleaning, production, blasting, sandblasting, hand tools, and spray painting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of environmental factors affecting painting materials.

• Knowledge of dew point to prevent bubbling and ensure paint adhesion.

• Understanding of WFG and DFG differences.

• Ability to use inspection equipment to meet millage targets.

• Experience in painting within quality standards.

• Ability to read and understand data sheets, including pot life, mix ratio, millage requirements, and recoat windows.

Why Work Here?

The company is experiencing rapid growth, providing a great opportunity to join at an exciting time. There are opportunities for personal job growth, with typically a $1 pay increase once permanent. The company envisions transforming the site into a world-class facility. Employees receive two bonuses per year and annual evaluations for raises.

Work Environment

Work in an outdoor open-air paint shop with a roof and two open sides on each end. A respirator is required due to the industrial setting. The job requires going into tanks, so the ability to work in confined spaces is necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Jacksonville,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.