Industrial Coater

Job Title: Industrial Coater

Job Description

This role focuses on applying protective and functional coatings, including paint, powder coatings, and epoxies, to industrial structures and manufactured components. You prepare surfaces, operate coating and application equipment, monitor coating thickness and consistency, and ensure that all finished work meets strict safety, quality, and durability standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of industrial and manufactured surfaces for coating applications, including cleaning, masking, and performing necessary surface prep work.
• Apply industrial paints, epoxies, powder coatings, and other protective finishes to structures and components according to project specifications.
• Operate spray guns, powder coating equipment, and other coating and application machinery safely and efficiently.
• Monitor coating thickness, coverage, and consistency throughout the application process to meet required standards.
• Inspect completed work to verify quality, adhesion, and durability, and make adjustments or touch-ups as needed.
• Follow all jobsite safety procedures, site rules, and project requirements while working in an industrial or construction environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper handling, storage, and cleanup of coating materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure coatings are applied in the correct sequence and within required timelines.
• Support industrial projects by adapting to different structures, components, and coating specifications as needed.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in industrial coating, commercial painting, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in applying industrial paints, powder coatings, and epoxies to manufactured goods and industrial structures.
• Ability to operate spray guns, powder coating systems, and other coating machinery safely and effectively.
• Strong understanding of surface preparation techniques, including cleaning, masking, and basic surface repair.
• Ability to monitor and verify coating thickness, coverage, and consistency to meet safety and durability requirements.
• Capability to work safely in an industrial or jobsite environment while following established safety procedures.
• Dependable attendance and reliable transportation to and from the jobsite.
• Ability to successfully complete a 7-panel drug screen as part of site badging requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete a 7-year federal back check for site badging.
• Willingness and ability to comply with all site access and security requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification is a plus and demonstrates a strong commitment to safety.
• Experience in commercial painting and construction environments is advantageous.
• Familiarity with industrial coating standards and quality inspection practices is beneficial.
• Ability to read and follow basic project instructions or coating specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, durable finishes.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with supervisors and team members during projects.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values safety, reliability, and craftsmanship in an industrial setting. The hiring process is straightforward, with a phone interview followed by a streamlined onboarding experience for selected candidates. You gain the opportunity to work on meaningful industrial projects, develop your technical coating skills, and build long-term experience in a stable, hands-on environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial jobsite environment, working on projects such as those at water reclamation or similar facilities. You work with painting and powder coating systems, spray guns, epoxies, and other industrial coating materials and equipment. The work involves being on-site in construction and industrial settings, following strict safety procedures and site rules. Hours and shifts may align with typical industrial project schedules, and you should expect to work in areas where machinery, tools, and heavy equipment are present. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization in the workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

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.