Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) is currently seeking an experienced Industrial Paint Craftsman.

Position Summary

Industrial Painter Craftsmen will perform surface preparation by means of abrasive blasting or power tool cleaning and apply coating to piping, equipment, structures, tanks (external/internal), and vessels for protection and cosmetic purposes. The position will also be required to maintain, mix, and have thorough knowledge of paint and other coating material to ensure the surface being worked on is painted and protected as per contract or specifications.

Qualification Highlights:

• Must be able to read blueprints, sketches, drawings, or building plans

• Must possess all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for position - see below

• Must be willing to assist other crafts while not actively working on a painting project

• Must be able to meet all physical requirements

• Must be willing to follow all safety rules and regulations

• Must have all required tools

• Must be able to regularly and reliably show up at the assigned job site

• must meet all safety and security requirements at the assigned job site

Position Responsibilities:

FOREMAN

• Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the scope of work: locations in space (coordinates), quantities, and sizes of materials required

• Identify all tools required for tasks

• Identify safety risks and precautions required to eliminate those risks

• Rig, troubleshoot, and operate all blasting equipment

• Apply coatings by means of conventional spray, airless spray, brush and roll, and trowel application

• Identify and mix paint and coatings as required

• Know the proper use and techniques (stroke types) required per the paint/coating used and the item being painted or coated

• Must be able to perform testing required and fill out daily Quality Control (QC) reports to ensure coatings are being properly applied

• Must be able to work at heights from ladders or scaffolds safely, using appropriate fall protection when applicable

• Clean up work areas

• Must be willing to assist other crafts and perform additional job duties while not performing primary craft duties (be a Team player)

JOURNEYMAN

• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks

• Rig, troubleshoot, and operate all blasting equipment

• Apply coatings by means of conventional spray, airless spray, brush and roll, and trowel application

• Identify and mix paint and coatings as required

• Know the proper use and techniques (stroke types) required per the paint/coating used and the item being painted or coated

• Must be able to work at heights and off ladders and scaffolds safely, using proper fall protection when applicable

• Clean up work areas

Required Qualifications:

FOREMAN

• Must have 4+ years working as a Painter or Painter Helper on an industrial construction project

• Must be able to read blueprints, plans, and drawings proficiently to perform duties

• Must have knowledge on materials, tools, and processes involved with basic painting techniques and knowledge of paint qualities

• Must be able to identify the relationship of paint or coating specified for use to the materials being painted and the technique, mixture, and number of coatings required

• Must have reliable transportation

• Must be able to work full work schedule and any additional overtime with little or no notification

• Must be willing to work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations

• Must follow all company and site rules and regulations

• Must have required tools

• Toolbox with lock

• (2) Crescent Wrenches

• (1) Pipe Wrench

• Wire Cutters

• Channel Locks

• Phillips and Flathead Screwdrivers

• Paint Scraper

• Wire Brush

• Retractable Utility Knife

• Safety Toed Boots

• Commitment to Richard values, safety rules, and regulations

JOURNEYMAN

• Must have 2+ years working as Painter Helper on an industrial construction project

• Must have knowledge on materials, tools, and processes involved with basic painting techniques and knowledge of paint characteristics and qualities

• Must be able to identify the relationship between materials to be painted and the technique, mixture, and number of coatings required

• Must have reliable transportation

• Must be able to work full schedule and any additional overtime with little to no notification

• Must be willing to work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations

• Must follow all company and site rules and regulations

• Must have required tools

• Toolbox with lock

• (2) Crescent Wrenches

• (1) Pipe Wrench

• Wire Cutters

• Channel Locks

• Phillips and Flathead Screwdrivers

• Paint Scraper

• Wire Brush

• Retractable Utility Knife

• Safety Toed Boots

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) former employee from a Reduction of Force (ROF)

• Former experience of working with RCI

• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certification as an Industrial Journeyman Painter

• Formal/Technical education

• Experience working with scaffold, painting, and insulation (SPI)

Reporting To:

FOREMAN

• This role does not have any direct reports; however the position will work closely with and oversee on occasion of helper and labor positions

• The role will hold a positional and expertise authority of the helper and laborer positions

JOURNEYMAN

• This role reports directly to the paint foreman

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting

• Will talk and hear in order to communicate effectively

• Able to use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, and push or pull objects such as materials, controls, and tools

• Will be required to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs in weight

• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and work off platforms and man lifts

• May occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements

• May work at heights up to 300 feet utilizing proper fall protection devices

• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short distances, see colors, possess depth perception and peripheral vision

• Must be capable or working outdoors in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind

• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, earplugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, steel toe/safety toe boots

RCI is dedicated in providing a SAFE and Drug Free environment.

RCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).