Industrial Painter

Industrial Paint Technician - Levels 1, 2, and 3 Location: Snyder, Nebraska Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM Pay Range:$24.00 - $30.00/hr (with advancement opportunities up to $33.00/hr) About the Role We are hiring multipleIndustrial Paint Techniciansacross three experience levels to join our growing paint department in Snyder, Nebraska. You'll be responsible for prepping and painting industrial trucks and truck parts in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment. Position Levels & Pay Level 1 - Entry ($24/hr): Ideal for candidates with 1+ year of experience in automotive, aerospace, or manufacturing paint environments. You know the basics and are ready to grow. Level 2 - Intermediate ($27/hr): You've been around the block. You understand surface prep, have solid hands-on experience, and are ready to take on more responsibility. Level 3 - Advanced ($30/hr): A master-level technician with expertise in bodywork, SOPs, spray techniques, and paint mixing. Rarely hired directly into this level. Advancement opportunity for high performers. Leadership and technical excellence required. Key Responsibilities Clean and inspect parts prior to painting Prep products for final paint application Mix coatings using reducers and catalysts per specifications Spray primers, sealers, color, and clear coats using air paint systems Ensure proper coverage, gloss, and finish quality Maintain and clean spray equipment and paint booths Follow hazardous waste handling and spill response procedures Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards Qualifications Required: Experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial painting Ability to lift 40 lbs. and work in physically demanding environments Familiarity with OSHA and EPA safety standards Ability to work in high-heat, non-climate-controlled environments Must pass a spirometer test Preferred: 1+ year of automotive paint prep experience High school diploma or GED Experience with DA sanders, grinders, and hand tools Knowledge of paint mixing and application techniques Note: Residential painting experience (e.g., house painting with rollers) does not qualify for this role. Why Join Us? Military-friendly employer Career development and relocation opportunities Education reimbursement Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting Day 1 Work with a growing team in a large, expanding facility Team sizes range from 6-15 people Ready to bring your skills to a team that values craftsmanship and growth? Apply today! Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $62400.00/yr. Health insurance, 401K, pto, sick leave, paid leave, 40+ hour work weeks Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Snyder,NE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025. 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.