Painter

Oshkosh Corporation • Houston, TX • 1h ago

About JLG, an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for applying paint and coatings to JLG products using electrostatic, air-assist, and other automotive-style paint equipment. This role ensures high-quality finishes through surface preparation, equipment maintenance, and adherence to paint specifications.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:

Apply primer, paint, and touch-up coatings using spray equipment and brushes.

Mask and unmask parts to meet specifications.

Prepare surfaces by sanding, washing, and conditioning; perform light bodywork if needed.

Disassemble, clean, and maintain painting equipment (pumps, heaters, tanks, guns, etc.).

Flush tanks and lines during color changes.

Mix paints for color accuracy, viscosity, and consistency.

Perform titrations and adjust chemicals as needed for paint and related processes.

Apply decals, stencils, and rust-proofing as required.

Inspect work before, during, and after painting to ensure quality standards (including mil and gloss checks).

Transport parts and materials using tuggers, forklifts, overhead cranes, or manual carts.

Maintain a clean and organized work area, including performing preventive maintenance tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

6+ months of painting experience in automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment settings.

Strong math skills and basic mechanical aptitude.

Able to wear a respirator and pass a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).

Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet business and production demands.

Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

1+ year of painting experience in a manufacturing or body shop environment.

Ability to work independently and troubleshoot minor issues.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

This position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, or temperature fluctuations.

The role may require standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained, bending, kneeling, climbing, or using tools and equipment.

Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required.

Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com .

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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