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About the Role

Protect North America’s vital infrastructure while building a secure, high-demand trade career. Since 1942, Resist-A-Line Industries has been a trusted leader in industrial coating and surface protection. Backed by a strong, recession-proof project pipeline, we are seeking two motivated Industrial Painters / Spray Technicians to join our specialized coating team.

Whether you have hands-on experience in industrial painting or come from a related trade like auto body repair, commercial painting, manufacturing, or construction, we provide comprehensive training in high-performance coating systems to help you advance your career.

Why Join Resist-A-Line?

• Competitive Earnings: $20.00–$25.00/hr starting pay with guaranteed overtime opportunities.
• Top-Tier Safety & Comfort: We invest heavily in your health and comfort, including climate-controlled, air-supplied PPE suits.
• Career Growth: Paid comprehensive training in specialized surface prep and protective coatings, plus tuition reimbursement.
• Benefits Package: 401(k) with a 4% company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and full safety gear provided.
• Long-Term Stability: A company culture dedicated to long-term employee retention and stable, year-round work.

Key Responsibilities

• Coating Application: Apply high-performance industrial paints, epoxies, urethanes, and chemical-resistant linings to steel tanks, trailers, and heavy equipment using airless and conventional spray systems.
• Surface Preparation: Perform precision surface prep, including grinding, cleaning, and masking to ensure optimal coating adhesion.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct quality control checks using measuring tools to verify ambient conditions, dew point, and wet/dry film thickness per job specifications.
• Equipment Maintenance: Set up, clean, and maintain spray pumps, fluid lines, pressure pots, and spray guns to keep production running smoothly.
• Material Handling: Safely operate forklifts and shop equipment to maneuver raw materials and finished products.
• Safety & Compliance: Strictly follow OSHA guidelines and safety protocols, consistently using proper respiratory protection and PPE.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience in painting, auto body repair, commercial painting, manufacturing, heavy construction, or a related trade.
• Technical Aptitude: Basic knowledge of paint mixing ratios, fluid pressures, air compressors, and hand/power tools.
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs, handle heavy spray hoses, stand for extended periods, and comfortably work in confined spaces or wear air-supplied respirators.
• Safety First: Strong commitment to safety regulations and proper PPE use.
• Basic Requirements: Must be 18+ years old, authorized to work in the U.S., hold a High School Diploma or GED, and pass background and drug screenings.

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Points)

• Prior experience with airless spray pumps or conventional industrial spray coating systems.
• Familiarity with abrasive blasting or industrial surface preparation standards.
• Forklift certification or prior shop equipment maintenance experience.

Since 1942, Resist-A-Line Industries has been the trusted leader in protecting heavy industrial infrastructure and high-performance chemical linings. With an 80-year legacy of stability and a massive, recession-proof project pipeline, we don't just offer jobs—we build lifelong careers in specialized trades.

We pride ourselves on investing heavily in our people. When you join our team, you get market-leading pay, guaranteed weekly overtime, comprehensive safety training, and top-tier, climate-controlled PPE gear. Whether you are an experienced pro or a motivated worker ready to learn a high-demand skill, Resist-A-Line provides the stability, grit, and growth you’ve been looking for.