Madden Industrial Craftsmen is hiring an Industrial Painter to join our client's team in Phoenix, AZ. This role focuses on surface preparation, coating application, and equipment upkeep in an industrial setting. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in quality finishes, follows safety standards to the letter, and keeps rework to a minimum.

Pay: $2-30/hr DOE
 Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift (5:00 AM–1:30 PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by sanding, scraping, caulking, filling, or pressure washing as required.

• Apply masking to protect surrounding areas from overspray or drips.

• Mix and match paints and coatings according to specifications and data sheets.

• Apply primer, paint, and specialty coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray systems.

• Ensure correct wet and dry film thickness (WFT/DFT) for each job.

• Inspect and correct coating defects to maintain quality and consistency.

• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning on pumps, hoses, and spray guns.

• Keep the paint booth and workspace organized, clean, and compliant with safety and inspection standards.

• Track progress, materials, and job times accurately for reporting and billing.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to stay on schedule and maintain production goals.

• Follow all PPE and safety protocols, reporting hazards immediately.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with industrial painting

• Proven hands-on experience as an industrial painter, coatings applicator, or finisher (no degree required).

• Skilled in airless and conventional spray systems, mixing ratios, and equipment setup/teardown.

• Knowledge of coating application standards and surface preparation techniques.

• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain spray and plural component equipment.

• Detail-oriented with strong quality control habits.

• Dependable, safety-focused, and professional on every job site.

• Must provide your own basic hand tools (wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, scraper, etc.).

• Must be 18 or older and able to pass pre-employment screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying industrial coatings, primers, or epoxy systems.

• Familiarity with SSPC standards or similar coating codes.

• Background in preventive maintenance on painting equipment.

• Solid understanding of safety and environmental regulations for coating applications.

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial painting/coatings facility in Phoenix, AZ. Work includes exposure to paint fumes, dust, solvents, and heavy equipment. PPE is required at all times.

Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Paid sick time

• Holiday pay

• 401(k) with company match

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