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Industrial Painter/Blaster Foreman in Aurora, Illinois at Neumann Company Contractors

Salary: $40.00 - $50.00/hr
Neumann Company Contractors
Aurora, Illinois, 60506, United States
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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Neumann Company Contractors is seeking an Industrial Painter/Blaster Foreman to join the team. This is a working foreman position requiring both hands-on industrial painting and sandblasting work and direct supervision of field employees. The Foreman is responsible for planning and leading daily operations on job sites, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all project specifications, union agreements, and regulatory requirements.

This is a field-based position requiring extensive travel to project sites primarily in Illinois but can also be throughout the United States. Employees in this role must be union painters or willing to join the applicable union upon hire in accordance with project labor agreements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Foreman Expectations:

  • Act as on-site foreman, directing and supervising painters, blasters, and laborers to ensure safe, productive, and quality work performance.
  • Assign daily work tasks, monitor progress, and adjust manpower or workflow to meet project schedules and production goals.
  • Monitor wind and weather conditions to make an informed decision on best activity to be performed each day to complete the project on time and within budget.
  • Enforce all company safety policies, union requirements, and site-specific safety plans; lead daily job safety meetings (JSAs).
  • Communicate daily progress, manpower needs, quality concerns, and safety issues with project management team.
  • Train, mentor, and coach crew members on proper work techniques, safety practices, and company expectations.
  • Complete daily reports, time tracking, and required documentation assigned.

    • Painting/Blasting Expectations:

  • Perform industrial painting and abrasive blasting, including preparation and coating of steel surfaces using approved blasting, power, and hand tools.
  • Apply coatings, primers, and paints using spray, brush, or roller techniques according to project specifications.
  • Set up, maintain, and dismantle containment systems for blasting and coating operations, ensuring environmental compliance and worker protection.
  • Safely handle, remove, and dispose of hazardous materials such as lead-based coatings in accordance with federal, state, and company regulations.
  • Inspect surfaces before and after coating applications to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
  • Mask, cover, and protect surrounding areas to prevent overspray or damage.
  • Follow project-specific coating specifications and surface preparation standards, including SSPC, NACE, and company guidelines.
  • Operate and maintain sandblasting, spray equipment, and other tools in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Mix, measure, and apply coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Assist with rigging, material movement, and job site clean-up.
  • Erect staging, work at heights (tanks up to 200 feet) and work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
  • Follow all safety protocols and wear and enforce all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

    • SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Proven experience in industrial painting and sandblasting of steel structures; water tank or elevated tank experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous foreman, lead, or supervisory experience in an industrial or coatings environment preferred.
  • Working knowledge of surface preparation and coating standards (SSPC, NACE) and hazardous material handling regulations (EPA, OSHA, RCRA).
  • Ability to lead crews, enforce safety standards, and maintain productivity in a traveling work environment.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attendance, reliability, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Availability for overtime, extended hours, and multi-week travel assignments as project schedules demand.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
  • Current membership in an applicable painters’ union (such as PDC30, Local 448) or willingness to join the union upon hire.

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to safely and effectively operate industrial sandblasting, containment, and spray-painting equipment in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
  • Physical capability, manual dexterity, and visual acuity to perform work at heights of up to 200 feet, within confined spaces, and in outdoor environments.
  • Ability to regularly lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; climb ladders and structures (including water tanks), balance, stoop, kneel, and work on elevated surfaces.
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including but not limited to hard hats, respirators, protective clothing, eye and hearing protection, and safety harnesses, for extended periods of time.
  • Willingness and ability to work in environments involving exposure to abrasive materials, dust, fumes, paint vapors, elevated noise levels, and varying weather conditions, with strict adherence to all safety and environmental regulations.
  • Availability for extensive travel, including frequent overnight stays, to project sites throughout the United States.

    • UNION MEMBERSHIP:

    All of Neumann’s current employees are members of Painters District Council No. 30 (PDC 30) based in Aurora, IL, most are in Local 448 and are union construction craftsperson’s who work in the finishing trades as either apprentices or journey workers. Painters District Council No. 30 strives to increase work opportunities for our union members, while also working to provide valuable and exciting membership advantages. Painters District Council No. 30 supports the hardworking men and women they represent with access to state-of-the-art safety and skills training, fair treatment and collectively bargained compensation, and exceptional health insurance and retirement benefits. As a result, PDC 30 members boast successful and rewarding careers in the finishing trades.

    Membership Benefits include

  • Health insurance for you and your family
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Dental & Orthodontia care
  • Vision care
  • Pension benefits
  • Retiree medical benefits
  • Work under a negotiated contract that establishes wages, benefits, and working conditions
  • Protection from unlawful job-site actions and employer violations
  • On-the-job representation
  • Consumer discounts through Union Plus
  • State-of-the-art craftsperson safety and skills training
  • Annual incentives to participate in continued health and safety education training
  • Voluntary drug-testing program
  • Protection if your employer fails to properly pay your wages or report your work hours
  • Counseling services for you and your family during challenges at home and/or work
  • Membership gear and giveaways throughout the year
  • Invitation to membership events for union members and their families

    • Neumann Company Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Neumann complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding hiring and employment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.

    Job Location

    Aurora, Illinois, 60506, United States

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