American Equipment is a leading provider of industrial overhead cranes, hoists, material handling solutions, and comprehensive crane services (including inspections, maintenance, repairs, and modernizations). Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT, the company has grown to over 17 locations nationwide, serving diverse industries such as manufacturing, mining, automotive, energy, aerospace, defense, and public utilities. With a strong emphasis on safety, quality, reliability, and customer uptime, American Equipment is committed to "Helping to Lift America" through innovative equipment and exceptional service.

Position Summary:

The Experienced Industrial Painter- Crane Systems will use paint application techniques and equipment to professionally finish manufactured surfaces. The Crane Painter will play a critical role in ensuring that cranes are properly prepared, primed, and painted to meet quality standards, customer requirements, and industry regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Measures area to be painted and determines the quantity and type of paint required for the project.
• Identifies and orders appropriate paint colors and finishes, mixing as needed.
• Prepares surfaces for painting, including removing prior finishes using chemicals, grit blasting, or other approved methods.
• Masks, removes, covers, or otherwise protects furniture, hardware, trim, and other non-painted surfaces.
• Applies paint to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, sprayers, airbrushes, stencils, and other tools.
• Performs basic stencil and line work, including painting lines on factory floors, cranes, and other industrial surfaces.
• Applies specialty finishes and glazes as required.
• Complies with all chemical handling, storage, and waste disposal regulations and best practices.
• Builds scaffolding according to safety regulations.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Prepares invoices and other paperwork detailing materials, labor time, and costs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong work pace aligned with production standards
• Consistent quality and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and stay productive during downtime (cleaning, organizing, prep work)
• Team-oriented mindset and strong reliability
• Experience with water-based paint systems in a production or industrial setting (preferred)
  
  

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of standing and painting.
• Must have adequate balance and ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to distinguish among colors.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in welding and fabrication is preferred.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• On the job training and support
• Fast growing company with opportunities to grow with the business
• Ability to drive high impact projects around the business

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Schedule:
Standard hours apply, but this role requires flexibility. Expect increased hours and occasional weekend work during peak workload periods.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.