Powder Coat Technician

Key Responsibilities: Paint raw steel platforms and products, move items using overhead cranes or forklifts, and perform wet painting tasks safely and efficiently. Occasionally complete general labor and cleaning tasks. Regular maintenance of equipment, documenting inspections, and managing paint usage records. Operate blasting equipment and perform commercial-grade cleaning on steel surfaces. Ensure the proper application of paint using wet and dry film thickness gauges. Identify and repair paint defects. Maintain a clean, organized work area and adhere to safety protocols and PPE usage.

Required Qualifications: At least a high school diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in wet painting and surface preparation. Proficiency with conventional paint spraying systems, knowledge of paint mixing techniques (e.g., two-part Epoxy primer and Polyurethane paint). Experience in using blasting equipment and applying commercial-grade blast cleaning to steel. Ability to use thickness gauges and identify and repair paint defects. Good understanding of hand and power tools. Ability to pass Respiratory Protection Physicals, Respirator Fit Tests, and Pulmonary Function Tests.

Preferred Qualifications: 3 to 5 years of experience in paint application, mixing, and chemical management. Experience operating forklifts and reading and interpreting blueprints and manufacturing drawings.

Physical Demands: Standing and walking for up to 8-10 hours daily on concrete floors and lifting up to 50 lbs. regularly. Perform physical activities such as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Strong vision abilities, including close, distance, and peripheral vision. Exposure to noise, lubricants, and solvents will occur, and the use of PPE for face, eyes, hands, and ears is mandatory. Van-Am Tool & Engineering is committed to fostering a safe, productive, and collaborative work environment. If you are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to high-quality work, we encourage you to apply for the Painter position. As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization. Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant. Van-Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.