Painter - Locomotive/Rail

Seeking a Locomotive Painter with experience preparing, blasting, and applying coatings to locomotives, railcars, and related components. This role involves surface preparation, masking, mixing coatings, and applying finishes using industrial spray systems to meet customer and manufacturer specifications.

Pay: $20 - $22/hour
Location: Munchie, IN

Shifts:
1st Shift Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm (OT required at this time)
3rd shift Sun-Thurs 7:30pm-6am (OT required at this time)
Weekend Shift Fri-Sun 6am-6pm; work 36 hours and get paid for 40 (OT required at this time)

Benefits: 

• 5 Days of PTO 
• 6 Paid Holidays 
• Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by company 
• Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding, grinding, masking, taping, and cleaning
• Perform sandblasting operations using various media (shells, glass, steel, silica)
• Power wash and clean locomotives, railcars, and components
• Apply primers, paints, and coatings using pressure spray systems
• Perform bodywork, including filling, glazing, and repairing surface defects
• Apply decals, stenciling, and touch-up finishes
• Mix and prepare coatings according to specifications
• Protect non-painted areas through masking and covering techniques
• Move units and components in and out of paint and blast booths
• Read and follow work orders, QWIs, and technical instructions
• Accurately document work performed and repairs completed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• Operate forklifts, cranes, winches, and manlifts safely
• Use pneumatic and electric hand tools
• Set up and maintain blast equipment (hoses, compressors, blast pots, etc.)
• Perform daily inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment
• Operate overhead cranes

• Remove debris, water, and contaminants prior to blasting
• Maintain blast media levels and clean blast areas
• Ensure proper function of all blasting and painting equipment
• Adhere to production timelines and quality standards
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures

• Train and mentor team members
• Select and mix coatings for various applications
• Monitor inventory levels for paint, media, and supplies
• Troubleshoot coating or surface preparation issues

• Level I: 0–1 year of experience (no technical education required)
• Level II: 1–2 years of experience or technical certification
• Level III: 2+ years of relevant experience

• Proficiency with hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and work orders
• Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators and blast hoods
• Compliance with medical surveillance programs
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience painting railcars, locomotives, or heavy equipment
• Technical training in autobody, industrial painting, or related field
• Lift Up to 50 lbs.; push/pull up to 150 lbs.
• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing ladders, and overhead reaching
• Environment:
  • Indoor/outdoor work in non-climate-controlled conditions
  • Exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and varying weather conditions
  • Work at heights and in confined spaces
• Ability to follow instructions and hear alarms in a noisy environment
• Ability to work independently in physically demanding conditions

• Safety-sensitive position working around active rail equipment and moving machinery
• Strict adherence to all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and health screenings
• Required PPE includes:
  • Safety glasses
  • Hearing protection
  • Protective suit and gloves
  • Fresh air supplied respirator
  • Safety harness

Once you apply, please text "Paint" to 813-579-1392 for a faster reply.