Full Service Technician - PAI

The Paint Technician is responsible for preparing and painting transformer units. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards and company policies are essential functions of this role.

• Review checklist and follow work order instructions to ensure compliance with specifications

• Assess units prior to painting and check for issues (defects, leaks, etc.), escalate defect issues to lead or supervisor if discovered

• Mix paint and ensure the viscosity is consistent with specifications

• As needed replace paint in pots/drums

• Ensure paint guns are all in working order and spray pattern consistency is correct prior to painting the equipment

• If needed clean unit off accordingly by air or tack cloth

• Apply primer and paint as required to comply with quality expectations

• After primer and paint is complete look over unit to ensure quality expectations are met

• If unit is dissembled spray unit parts as required

• Once unit is complete move to final assembly

• Following all safety protocols which includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), respirator, glove, safety glasses, etc.

• Maintain safe, clean and orderly workstation and area.

• Other duties assigned as needed.

• High School or GED preferred

• OSHA10 certified, preferred

• 1 year experience in paint manufacturing, preferred

• 1 year experience material handling equipment (forklift, crane, etc.), preferred

• Knowledge of basic hand tools preferred

• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.

• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.

• Ability to read and interpret work orders.

• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.

• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.

• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.

• Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values.

• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.

• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.

• Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Safety protocols require the completion and passing of a respiratory fit test

• Lift 50lbs floor to waist and waist to shoulder multiple times

• Standing and walking for long durations

• Bending, squatting, and kneeling multiple times for long durations

• The ability to climb up and down a ladder multiple times

• Balance and stand on a ladder with three points of contact for extended periods of time

• Comfortable working in the heat and cold due to manufacturing facilities not being climate controlled