Temporary Industrial Coating Specialist (Tempe)
Location:
Tempe, AZ, US
Date: Aug 6, 2026
Requisition ID : 20410
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That's why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
Available your first day: Medical benefits (CCP, PPO, or EPO)
Sick time accrual for full time temporary employees is up to 40 hours in a calendar year
401(k) plan with employer matching
Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee, after 1 year of service)
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
Under limited supervision, performs painting and industrial coating applications on equipment and products. May requires being transported by fixed wing, rotor or other means of Project approved transportation. Employee is subject to non-continuous multi-shift work schedules and 24 hour, 7 day per week call out. Employee is committed to achieve the highest goals of excellence in serving our customers and working with fellow employees. May direct the work of other in the performance of duties.
Any one position may not include all duties nor do the example of duties include all tasks, which may be found in the position of this class.
What You'll Do
Lays out and performs new and maintenance exterior or interior finish quality painting on tanks, power plants, microwave stations, fences, substations, transformers and switching equipment, power poles and light poles. Using brushes, rollers, spray guns and related equipment as requested.
Applies metallized coatings using thermal spray process.
Performs complete surface preparation prior to coating or painting, using paint removal equipment, including sand and shot blasting, scrapers, etc.
Mixes paints and coatings to meet with specified requirements.
Lays out and performs incidental parking lot restriping.
Orders and maintains stock of paints, coatings and supplies.
Prepares work reports and field and shop environmental paint and related products usage reports.
Is responsible for personal safety and the safety of others and that all work is accomplished in a cost effective manner.
Perform accurate cost estimates and project schedules on job related work.
Perform related work as required as workloads vary and are adjusted by supervisory personnel.
Other duties as assigned.
Employee must work safely and efficiently in the performance of their job duties. Must maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers and the public. Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and have the ability to accurately and legibly complete applicable paper work. May be required to work a reasonable amount of overtime.
Experience
4 years of experience as a 2nd Class Painter or General Mechanic in Mechanical Services, or equivalent experience.
Additional Requirements and Qualifications
Required to have all necessary hand tools to perform job duties. Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve common goals. Considerable courtesy and cooperation is required to establish and maintain effective working relationship with employees and customers. Ability to employ safe working practices under all working conditions. Ability to understand, carry out and explain detailed oral and written instructions, schematics, blue prints and technical manuals. Ability to troubleshoot and perform work functions without direct supervision. Ability to direct and coordinate the work of others. Ability to effectively work under varying schedules, imposed deadlines and under emergency conditions. Ability to understand job costs and work within a budget allocation.
Must have valid Arizona Operator's license and DOT certification.
Required to become certified on various pieces of equipment, including personnel lifting equipment.
Testing and Certifications
Appropriate respirator medical certification, fit test and training required.
For specific list of training certifications contact departmental manager.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas. OPT, or other employment-related visas.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
