Industrial Painter
Greenman-Pedersen Inc

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GPI Laboratories offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI Geospatial is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. M/F/D/V

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Job Description

GPI Labshas a full-time position for a coating application technician and surface preparation supervisor. The ideal candidate will be able to efficiently apply various industrial coatings within a targeted dry film thickness to test panels for study. Familiarity with industrial coatings systems will be a plus. Typically zinc primer, epoxy intermediate, and various topcoats. Candidates must be proficient with airless and conventional spray application equipment, abrasive blasting, and power tool cleaning equipment.

Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so,GPI Labswants you!

GPI Labsis a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI Labs is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit:www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating application schedules with internal departments and customers
• Review and find all relative information in Product Data Sheets
• Accurately document conditions, equipment used, material used, etc.
• Maintenance, cleaning, and stocking of application equipment
• General housekeeping and maintenance of the shop
• Assisting and overseeing the surface preparation department, which may include the operation of machines, blast cabinets, and power tools

Equipment familiarity:

• Airless spray equipment (Graco-King pump, bulldog, and XP70 plural component)
• Conventional spray equipment (pressure pot and gravity)
• Wet film gauge, dry film gauge
• Various power tools (electric and pneumatic) and hand tools, including but not limited to; drill press, band saw, and abrasive blasting equipment

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• SSPC, NACE, FHW NHI, or MDOT coatings inspection training preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial painting
• GED or High School Diploma

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds
• Able to wear and work utilizing a respirator or SCBA type of breathing apparatus

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