1st Shift Industrial Painter

Aerotek • Allentown, PA • 3h ago

1st Shift Industrial Painter (Spray Test)

Job Description

This role focuses on preparing and painting carbon steel I-beams and related steel products in a dedicated paint shop environment. You will work with industrial paint systems, spray equipment, and prep processes to ensure high-quality coating and finishing on metal and steel components.

Responsibilities

Prepare carbon steel I-beams and associated steel products for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and other surface preparation tasks.

Operate paint sprayers and spray guns to apply industrial paint and coatings to metal and steel parts.

Perform paint prep activities such as masking, taping, and staging parts for the paint booth.

Work in the paint booth to apply single and multi-coat paint processes according to specifications and quality standards.

Mix paints and coatings accurately to achieve required color, consistency, and performance characteristics.

Assist with powder coating and other coating processes as needed.

Handle general labor and assembly tasks related to the painting and coating workflow.

Inspect finished parts for proper coverage, adhesion, and finish quality, and perform touch-ups when necessary.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in and around the paint booth and prep areas.

Follow all safety procedures and guidelines when working with paints, chemicals, tools, and equipment.

Essential Skills

Hands-on paint prep experience with metal and steel components.

Ability to perform sanding and other surface preparation techniques on carbon steel I-beams and steel products.

Proficiency in using spray guns and paint sprayers for industrial painting applications.

Experience working in a paint booth environment with industrial paints and coatings.

Knowledge of multi-coat painting processes and the ability to follow specified coating procedures.

Capability to mix paints and coatings accurately following instructions and product data sheets.

Comfort performing general labor tasks related to painting, assembly, and coating operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Allentown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 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.

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