Industrial Painter / Sandblaster

Location: Tulsa, OK
Pay: $22.00–$24.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Painter / Sandblaster to join a growing manufacturing team. This position is responsible for preparing metal surfaces and applying industrial coatings to fabricated components and equipment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with abrasive blasting, surface preparation, industrial spray painting, and multi-component coating systems. This position requires strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing a consistent, high-quality finish.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting and coating applications.

• Perform abrasive blasting, sanding, grinding, cleaning, and other surface preparation.

• Remove rust, scale, contaminants, and surface imperfections prior to coating.

• Mask and protect areas that should not receive paint or coatings.

• Mix and prepare primers, paints, epoxies, and other industrial coatings according to specifications.

• Apply coatings using industrial spray equipment, brushes, and rollers.

• Adjust spray equipment and coating mixtures to achieve proper coverage and finish.

• Apply multi-component and epoxy-based coating systems.

• Inspect completed work for coverage, appearance, and overall quality.

• Clean, maintain, and properly store spray equipment and related tools.

• Safely operate grinders, sanders, blasting equipment, and other production tools.

• Follow all safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Coordinate with fabrication and production teams to meet quality and scheduling requirements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Previous industrial painting and/or sandblasting experience.

• Experience preparing metal surfaces for industrial coatings.

• Knowledge of industrial spray-painting techniques and equipment.

• Experience mixing and applying primers, paints, epoxies, or similar coatings.

• Ability to safely operate surface-preparation tools and equipment.

• Ability to follow coating specifications, work instructions, and safety procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.

• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Several years of industrial painting or coating experience.

• Abrasive blasting or sandblasting experience.

• Experience with two-part or multi-component epoxy coating systems.

• Experience painting fabricated steel or industrial equipment.

• Previous experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

• Ability to lift and move materials as required.

• Ability to wear required PPE and work safely in an industrial environment.

Schedule

• Full-Time

• Overtime may be available or required based on production needs.

• Schedule flexibility may be required.

Compensation

$22.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.