Industrial Coatings Painter in Cocoa, Florida at Qualdoc, LLC

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract to Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift
Pay: Starting at $25.00/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience
2nd Shift Differential: +$3.00/hour

Seeking an experienced Industrial Painter/Sandblaster to prepare metal surfaces and apply protective coatings in an industrial environment. The position involves surface preparation, spray application, equipment maintenance, quality checks, and working safely in challenging conditions.

• Prepare metal surfaces by sandblasting to remove rust, scale, and existing coatings.
• Mask surfaces and prepare areas for coating application.
• Mix and apply epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich primers.
• Operate airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment.
• Use technical drawings, work orders, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to complete work according to specifications.
• Verify coating thickness and follow required application standards.
• Inspect painting and blasting equipment and make minor repairs or adjustments when needed.
• Maintain equipment in safe, proper working condition.
• Work in confined spaces, at heights, and under varying environmental conditions.
• Follow PPE, confined-space, fall/height, and other required safety procedures.
• Document surface preparation, paint application, job progress, and quality-control information.
• Work effectively with team members and communicate job-related information.

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
• 2–3 years of industrial painting and sandblasting experience.
• Proficiency with airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment.
• Experience with sandblasting, masking, and other surface preparation methods.
• Knowledge of epoxy, urethane, and zinc-rich coatings.
• Ability to read technical drawings, work orders, and SDS documents.
• Familiarity with coating thickness requirements and measurement tools.
• Strong knowledge of PPE and safe work practices for confined spaces and elevated work.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding work.
• Willing to work flexible schedules, including weekends and overtime when needed.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and quality-control skills.
• Effective communicator and team player.