The Coating Applicator operates spray painting equipment to apply protective and epoxy coatings and paints to fabricated structural steel material. Follows proper work procedures, safety guidelines and product specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and test spray painting equipment prior to use to ensure all equipment is in working order
• Apply surface materials when required to fill any surface imperfections
• Read drawings on masking areas where paint is not to be applied or follow instructions
• Inspect surface condition of substrate prior to coating and report any irregularities to supervisor
• Select and use various hand tools, abrasive sandpapers and grinders to prepare surface for painting
• Understand and able to recognize surfaces for painting readiness, including the presence of grit 
• Prepare and mix coating materials in accordance with coating manufacturer’s specifications
• Apply protective coatings to various types of surfaces (generally metal) using airless, air-assisted, conventional, electrostatic, pressurized air spray, high volume-low pressure, plural component paint spray equipment, thermal spray, brush or roller
• Measure coating film thicknesses dry and wet as required by job specifications
• Empty solvents and waste paints into drums, seal lids and shrink wrap on skids for transport
• Clean all spray painting equipment upon completion of use and report any defective parts or equipment maintenance required to supervisor
• Keep work area clean and free of debris
• Perform other functions as directed by Plant Supervisor

Share in our Core Values

Our core values are the cornerstone on which we build our business, a belief that doesn’t change. They are the driving force behind our mission. These core values define our company’s culture and provide guidance for all of our daily business decisions. The values that we believe make our company great are:

• Safety is always our highest priority.
• Employees are our greatest strength.
• Committed to customer satisfaction.
• Act with integrity.
• Strive for excellence.
• Deliver positive results.
• Perform with a sense of urgency.
• Be socially and environmentally responsible.
• Lead by example.
• Train for improvement.
• Innovate for better solutions.
• Never give up.

• Minimum high school education
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in industrial painting or coating application
• Knowledge of and demonstrable skill in basic cleaning and blasting procedures
• Comprehension of basic product specifications, protective and environmental procedures
• Basic communication skills (verbal & written) and working knowledge of English
• Attention to detail and ability to learn quickly
• Team player
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act and safe work practices
• Any industrial painting certificate is an asset
• Experience driving a forklift is an asset

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to carry spray paint equipment short distance
• Ability to hold spray paint equipment continuously for up to 1 hour
• Ability to stand & walk continuously for 4 hours at a time
• Comfortable using an aerial lift platform or ladder up to 10 meters
• Ability to lift/push up to 50 lbs

Special Working Conditions:

• Rotating shifts every two weeks: day and evening
• Flexibility to work overtime to meet production levels, as required
• Dusty environment
• Indoor and outdoor work including hot/cold environment
• Personal protective equipment required, including 6-inch green patch boots, eyewear, hard hat, air respirator, blast hood, heavy gloves

TF Warren Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.