Technician

The role

The Technician will perform surface preparation and apply coatings. This role involves inspecting surfaces, operating machinery, and maintaining equipment.

What you will do

• Perform surface preparation including setting up/removing containment, equipment, and materials
• Clean surfaces using pressure washing, sandblasting, UHP water-jetting, and hand/power tools
• Inspect surfaces to ensure proper cleanliness and profile in accordance with SSPC standards
• Apply coatings including primers and finish coats using spray, brush, or roll
• Follow all safety and environmental procedures including PPE use and hazard recognition
• Inspect work areas and equipment prior to use
• Safely operate tools and machinery such as lifts, scaffolding, and skid steers
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment
• Conduct quality control checks including surface inspections and coating thickness verification
• Track time, labor, and job-related documentation

Required qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in industrial sector with blasting and painting expertise
• Knowledge of current OSHA and other related safety requirements
• Ability to work extended hours, overtime, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed
• Willing to travel up to 80% of the year
• Basic to intermediate communication skills in English (read, write, and speak)
• Ability to enter information in both handheld and desktop computers as necessary
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Attention to detail
• Strong initiative
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work within timelines
• Ability to think logically, follow procedures, and make sound decisions

Nice to have

• NACE / AMPP / SSPC credentials or certifications

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment
• 401(k) after the eligibility period with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development in your career
• Positive and safe work environments

Before you apply

• Passing pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing as applicable

About the company

Groome Industrial Service Group provides specialty maintenance services nationwide for several industries. They are a people-centric organization committed to safety, integrity, and accountability.