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BAE Systems

YRK USW Spray Painter

York, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Process Supervisor, Lead Person or Self-Directed Work Team. * Handles material and/or machinery to ... As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your ...

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Spray Technician

Ontario, OR

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

... spray and injection tools on landscape of private, governmental or business residences by ... We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead ...

Surface Experts

Spray Painter

Park City, UT · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

To establish and lead a nationally recognized market for surface repair as an alternative to ... We combine old school skill sets with new technology and products, resulting in a durable and ...

Wagner Spray Tech

Sr E-Commerce Manager

Plymouth, MN · On-site

Explore emerging technologies such as AI-driven personalization, social commerce, and voice commerce. Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop a team of eCommerce specialists; provide coaching ...

Lupin

Program Manager, Technical Operations

Somerset, NJ

$85K - $115K/yr

... Technology and will lead the site strategic initiatives for Lupin's Somerset facility. This ... The Somerset facility manufactures and packages solid, powder, semi-solid, nasal spray, and liquid ...

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How much do lead spray tech jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead spray tech in the United States is $52,560.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lead spray tech do?

A Lead Spray Tech, or Lead Spray Technician, is responsible for overseeing and performing spraying operations, typically involving pesticides, herbicides, or other chemicals used in landscaping, agriculture, or pest control. They ensure safe and effective application of chemicals, supervise other spray technicians, maintain equipment, and comply with safety and environmental regulations. Additionally, a Lead Spray Tech may interact with clients, provide guidance to team members, and keep detailed records of treatments and material usage.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead spray tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Spray Tech, you need expertise in spray application techniques, knowledge of chemical handling, and relevant experience or certification in pesticide or herbicide application. Familiarity with industry-standard spray equipment, calibration tools, and safety systems like PPE and SDS is typically required. Attention to detail, leadership, and effective communication are important soft skills, especially for managing teams and ensuring compliance. These skills ensure safe, precise application, regulatory adherence, and efficient team operations, which are critical for success in this role.

What are some common challenges a lead spray tech might face when managing a team on large-scale projects?

As a Lead Spray Tech, managing a team on large-scale projects often involves balancing tight deadlines with ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Coordinating schedules, training less experienced technicians, and troubleshooting equipment issues are frequent responsibilities. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as you’ll collaborate closely with project managers, safety personnel, and other trades on-site. Staying organized and proactive helps address these challenges and keeps projects running smoothly.

What is the difference between Lead Spray Tech vs Spray Technician?

AspectLead Spray TechSpray Technician
CertificationsTypically requires OSHA safety training, industry-specific certificationsUsually requires OSHA safety training, basic spray certifications
Work EnvironmentSupervises teams, manages spray projects, ensures safety compliancePerforms spraying tasks, prepares surfaces, follows instructions
ResponsibilitiesLead team, quality control, troubleshooting, trainingApply coatings, prep surfaces, operate spray equipment

The Lead Spray Tech generally has more responsibilities, including supervising teams and ensuring quality, while the Spray Technician focuses on executing spray tasks. Both roles require safety training and industry certifications, but the Lead Spray Tech often has additional leadership duties.

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Infographic showing various Lead Spray Tech job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,560 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

YRK USW Spray Painter

BAE Systems

York, PA • On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

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Re-posted 15 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description


PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Cleans and performs surface preparation to parts prior to paint, loads and unloads paint conveyor lines. Spray paints various assemblies, vehicles, subassemblies, parts and miscellaneous plant equipment and fixtures according to commercial and government specifications.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:
Various spray painting tools and equipment such as pressure pots, spray guns, hoses, nozzles, gauges, cup guns, conveyor line, paint gun cleaner unit, cables, chains, templates, water walls, protective spray painting equipment, paint shakers, paint proportioner, burn-off oven, confined space monitor, high-lifts, mobile tractors and personal computers or other data entry or acquisition devices. Various hand tools (i.e. wrenches, pliers, hammers.)
WORKING PROCEDURE:
  • Receives instructions and work orders from Process Supervisor, Assistant. Process Supervisor, Lead Person or Self-Directed Work Team.
  • Handles material and/or machinery to and from proper locations, using jib or overhead cranes or other material handling equipment, as required.
  • Refers to appropriate documents or devices (i.e. data collection device, packing list, bill of lading, part lists and drawings).
  • Issues, expedites, inventories, receives, counts, stores, checks and properly identifies materials to assure continuity of operations.
  • Completes and/or files documents (i.e. move tickets, shortage reports, unplanned issues). Uses personal computer or other data collection devices to check or record data as required.
  • Checks and documents operating condition of material handling equipment as required. Fills powered mobile equipment with appropriate fluids (i.e. gas, water and oil) as required.
  • Prior to transporting, removes snow from material and protects material in inclement weather when required.
  • Ensures adherence to specification requirements of product, process and workmanship and documents findings on personal computers and/or other data acquisition devices as required.
  • Performs, checks and/or adjustments to process inputs (i.e. materials/equipment as required to ensure product quality requirements are met.
  • Performs identification, documentation, and segregation of discrepant materials, as outlined by the appropriate procedures.
  • As assigned, performs independent verification of product and/or processes.
  • Reports damaged tools, equipment and materials to appropriate supervisor.
  • Refers to drawings, sketches, manuals, books, charts and process sheets.
  • Loads and unloads parts on conveyor for the purpose of cleaning or preparing for painting.
  • Keeps work area safe and clean.

Required Skills and Education
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 2 Years of experience or equivalent training required.
  • NESHAP certification would be preferred.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Preferred Skills and Education
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES
  • Experience with Heavy Manufacturing Industrial Coatings
  • Knowledge of CARC (Chemical Agent Resistant Coating) Painting (Not required but beneficial)
  • Ability to safely handling solvents and chemicals
  • The ability to adjust paint guns and systems on the fly (adjustments/troubleshoot)
  • Ability to blend paint
  • Ability to read a wet Film Thickness Gage
  • Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function test ; this is required for the Job
  • Ability to identify paint defects and correct them
  • Ability Follow the Work Instructions and clean paint equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret Product Data Sheets
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces
  • Ability to work at various heights
  • Ability to drive vehicles
  • Ability to climb in and out of structures/vehicles

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At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

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National security and international affairs and it services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

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