Contract Galvanized Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Industrial Painter

First shift 7am-3:30pm

28.57/hr with raises in place

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Painter for our first shift from 7 AM to 3 PM. This role involves the use of various painting equipment and techniques, including liquid paint spray and electrostatic powder coating. You will be responsible for mixing and thinning paint, maintaining spray equipment, and applying below-grade polyurethane using plural component spray equipment. Additionally, you will perform deglaring processes on galvanized poles and use measuring devices such as dew point meters, dry film thickness gauges, and surface profile gauges.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain liquid paint spray equipment.
• Mix and thin paint to required specifications.
• Maintain and operate plural component spray equipment for applying below-grade polyurethane.
• Perform deglaring processes on galvanized poles after mixing chemical ingredients to proper specifications.
• Use electrostatic powder coating equipment and perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Utilize measuring devices including dew point meters, dry film thickness gauges, and surface profile gauges.

Essential Skills

• Experience in sandblasting and painting.
• Ability to operate painting equipment and perform maintenance.
• Proficiency in using measuring devices for quality assurance.
• Familiarity with electrostatic powder coating techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Carpentry skills.
• Experience as a Cutoff Operator or Lathe Operator is a plus.

Why Work Here?

We offer great benefits and a supportive work environment that values your skills and expertise. Join a team where your contributions are appreciated and rewarded.

Work Environment

This role operates at Level 4 and includes training on the day shift from 7 AM to 3 PM before transitioning to designated shifts. Employees receive a starting rate with an additional shift differential. The work environment supports professional development and skill enhancement in a hands-on setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.41 - $29.41/hr.

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 Valley,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.