Industrial Painter

Job Title: Industrial Painter / SandblasterJob Description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Painter / Sandblaster to join our team in Lakeland, FL. This role involves applying specialized coatings to metal surfaces and fabricated structures using an electrostatic spray gun. The position offers a consistent first-shift schedule with opportunities for growth within a family-owned business known for its reliable mining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Apply polyurethane, primer, paint, and other specialty coatings to metal surfaces using an electrostatic spray gun.
• Sandblast structures and equipment to prepare steel for painting.
• Prepare and mask metal structures for coating, ensuring surfaces are properly cleaned and treated.
• Operate and maintain electrostatic spray systems and related equipment.
• Blend paint systems to match application specifications, adjusting viscosity and finish as required.
• Clean and maintain all painting and coating equipment, ensuring proper storage and care of materials.
• Repair and remodel surface imperfections to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Perform coating and finishing of exterior steel, machinery, and fabricated structures.
• Prepare and protect work areas with drop cloths, masking, and other protective materials.

Essential Skills

• Experience in industrial painting and sandblasting.
• Proficiency with electrostatic spray gun and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed technical instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with powder coating is beneficial.
• Willingness to be trained and learn new skillsets.
• Ability to handle labor-intensive tasks such as bending and crouching.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned and operated company that values every employee as an essential part of its success. Enjoy consistent first-shift hours, stable long-term employment, and a supportive work culture focused on safety. This role offers opportunities for growth and advancement in a shop-based environment, free from contract work.

Work Environment

Work primarily outdoors in a non-climate-controlled environment. Expect to work 45-50 hours per week with occasional labor-intensive duties. Dress appropriately for a hot environment, particularly during the summertime.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeland, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $26.00/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 Lakeland,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 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.

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.