Industrial Painter
Portland, OR
$22-$28/hour
Build, Protect, and Finish High-Quality Metal Products
Join a stable, growing manufacturing company that takes pride in producing precision components for the hydraulic and dam power industries. We're looking for an experienced Industrial Painter who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and wants to be part of a clean, organized, and team-oriented shop environment.
In this role, you'll prepare and apply industrial coatings to a variety of metal components, ensuring products meet strict quality and military specification (Mil-Spec) requirements. If you have experience with industrial spray equipment, surface preparation, and coating applications, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Prepare and paint aluminum, stainless steel, ferrous metals, and other materials using industrial coating systems.
Apply primers, protective coatings, and finish coats using pressure pot spray systems and spray guns.
Mix and tint paints, including epoxy, enamel, acrylic, and two-part coating systems.
Perform surface preparation including sanding, masking, media blasting, degreasing, and chemical etching.
Read and interpret work orders, specifications, and production instructions to ensure coatings meet requirements.
Measure paint coverage and film thickness to verify quality standards.
Set up, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain painting equipment and spray systems.
Assist with rigging and moving large parts to ensure proper coating access and coverage.
Maintain paint booth and paint mixing areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
Monitor paint and supply inventory to support uninterrupted production.
Manage workflow independently and communicate production status updates as needed.
Collaborate with team members to maintain a safe, efficient, and quality-focused work environment.
Qualifications
Required
Industrial painting experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or machine shop environment.
Experience painting steel, aluminum, stainless steel, or other metal products.
Ability to operate industrial spray equipment and pressure pot systems.
Knowledge of coating application techniques and surface preparation processes.
Ability to read and interpret specifications and production documentation.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred
Experience working with Mil-Spec coating requirements.
Previous experience using pressure pot spray systems.
Familiarity with two-part epoxies and industrial coating products.
Leadership or department lead experience.
Experience calculating coverage rates and coating thickness requirements.
Why Join This Team?
Stable company with a long history of success and consistent workload.
Clean, organized, and safety-focused facility.
Modern equipment and well-maintained tools.
Supportive team culture that values collaboration and professional development.
Opportunities to expand your skills and grow within the organization.
Reliable work in an industry that remains strong through changing market conditions.
Work Environment
This position is based in a modern, highly organized machine shop that manufactures power manifolds used in the hydraulic and dam power industries. You will primarily work within the paint department and paint booth, utilizing industrial spray equipment and coating systems in a structured, safety-focused environment. The team is known for its strong work ethic, positive culture, and commitment to producing high-quality products while supporting one another's success.
Apply today to join a company that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and long-term career growth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of PORTLAND, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 PORTLAND,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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.
