Painter Blaster

Apache Workforce Houston, TX 77021 Day & Night Shift Available Pay: $18.00–$25.00/hour based on experience Night Shift Differential: Additional 10% on top of base pay Apache Workforce is currently hiring experienced Painter/Blasters in Houston, TX. We are seeking candidates with industrial painting, blasting, and coating experience who are ready to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Position Overview The Painter/Blaster is responsible for operating industrial spray painting and media blasting equipment to apply protective coatings and finishes to piping systems, steel structures, fabricated components, and production equipment. Key Responsibilities Perform surface preparation and protective coating applications on piping, steel structures, and fabricated components Operate and maintain blasting, spraying, and coating equipment Mix primers, paints, and coatings to proper consistency and viscosity Select correct nozzles, pressures, temperatures, and cure times for applications Clean, prepare, mask, and protect surfaces before coating Apply primers, paints, epoxies, urethanes, zincs, and specialty coatings evenly and accurately Inspect finished products for runs, pinholes, bare spots, and coating quality Perform touch-up and refinishing work as needed Maintain spray booths, filters, PPE, and painting equipment Ensure proper movement of finished products to inspection or shipping areas Monitor paint and blasting supply inventory levels Follow OSHA safety procedures and company policies Complete required paperwork and production documentation Perform additional duties assigned by management Qualifications & Skills Knowledge of industrial painting and coating applications Experience with abrasive blasting and surface preparation Familiarity with HVLP, airless, and conventional spray systems Experience with 2-part coating and paint mixing processes Ability to read and interpret paint specifications and technical data Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Understanding of quality control standards for industrial coatings Ability to work safely using scaffolding, rigging, and containment systems Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship Good communication and teamwork skills Education High School Diploma or GED required 2–5 years of industrial painting experience preferred Minimum 2–5 years of industrial painting and blasting experience Ability to read and interpret documents written in English Experience with Abrasive blasting Hand and power tool surface preparation Industrial paint and specialty coating applications Epoxies, urethanes, and zinc coatings Work Environment & Physical Requirements Work performed in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing/shop environment Regular exposure to dust, paint fumes, noise, oils, and industrial conditions Frequent standing, bending, crouching, lifting, and repetitive motions required Ability to lift and move materials up to 70 lbs Ability to stand up to 11 hours per shift and work overtime as needed Steel-toe boots, safety glasses, and required PPE must be worn at all times Ability to work safely in industrial environments and elevated work areas J-18808-Ljbffr