Industrial Painter

The Industrial Painter works in a small, hands-on paint building applying polyurethane coatings with a spray gun and occasionally operating blasting equipment. This physically active role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, learning to run additional machines, and taking on multiple responsibilities in a tight-knit, blue-collar shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply polyurethane paint using a spray gun on a variety of industrial, automotive, or commercial/residential surfaces, following quality and safety standards.
• Operate blasting equipment as needed to prepare surfaces for painting.
• Handle and move materials and equipment, including lifting items up to 50 pounds safely and efficiently.
• Work independently in a small team of 2–3 people, taking ownership of daily tasks and workflow.
• Learn and operate additional shop machines and equipment as required.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment or process issues and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the paint building and surrounding shop.
• Follow all safety procedures related to painting, blasting, and equipment operation.
• Collaborate with team members in a laid-back, blue-collar environment to meet production and quality expectations.

• At least 6 months of painting experience in industrial, automotive, commercial, or residential settings.
• Hands-on experience with spray painting processes and equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including regularly lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Capability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness and ability to learn how to run other machines and equipment in the shop.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for paint, blasting, and related shop processes.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and comfort working in a blue-collar, shop environment.

• Experience with industrial painting processes and materials.
• Familiarity with blasting operations and surface preparation techniques.
• Exposure to powder coating or other industrial coating methods.
• Interest in learning welding, fabrication, or expanding skills within industrial painting.
• Comfort working in a small team environment and taking on multiple roles as needed.

You join a laid-back, blue-collar shop that values hands-on work, independence, and skill development. When hired on, you receive 10 paid holidays, 100% paid health insurance after 60 days, and life insurance coverage after one year. You accrue two weeks of PTO after being hired on, and you can participate in a 401(k) with a 3% match, profit sharing, HSA, and an HRA where the employer covers the deductible. You also benefit from boot reimbursement after six months, with $50 provided every two years. The environment offers strong opportunities to learn welding, fabrication, or deepen your industrial painting skills, supporting long-term growth in a practical, supportive setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very blue-collar, laid-back shop that spans three different buildings, with the shop connected to a gas station. You work primarily in a small paint building with only 2–3 people, using spray guns, polyurethane paint, and blasting equipment. The setting is hands-on and physical, with a focus on independent work and learning to operate various machines. The culture is relaxed yet hardworking, and people with construction or similar backgrounds tend to adapt well to the environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Loretto, MN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Loretto,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.