Painter

Xylem. Derived from classical Greek, our name refers to the supporting tissues that help transport water and nutrients from a plant's roots to its leaves.

The Painter will safely prepare and paint industrial pumps and accessory equipment to insuring proper paint adhesion and overall appearance.

Move equipment in and out of preparation and paint booth areas using a forklift. Safely and accurately prepare paint to ensure proper adhesion. Inspect equipment to ensure surfaces have been properly prepared prior to applying electrostatic paint. Properly store or dispose of unused paints or solvents. Safely move machinery and equipment, using hoists, dollies and rollers. Other related duties as assigned

**Knowledge** * General operation of hand tools (grinder, power washer, sander instruction provided) * Extensive knowledge of electrostatic paint application * Paint mixing, solvents, and corrosion control **Abilities & Skills** * Ability to properly operate electrostatic paint application equipment * General knowledge of safety equipment including respirators * Ability to maintain paint equipment * General knowledge of paint booth equipment and proper housekeeping procedures * Capable of safely operating basic hand tools * Basic mechanical ability Forklift operation **Physical Efforts** * Safely standing eight (8) hours per day * Safely using full range of physical motions associated with general labor work continually throughout the 8 hours to include walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting and climbing * Safely work using breathing apparatus and protective suit **Licenses/Specialized Training** * Forklift certification preferred