Base Painter
PowellHouston, Texas, United States
Posted March 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment with a 75+ year history. We have a 'can do' attitude and offer comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
Job Description
Powell is hiring a Base Painter at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. The Base Painter will paint raw steel platforms and various products and equipment. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years of experience in wet painting, and proficiency in airless and conventional paint spraying systems.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of experience of wet painting, sandblasting and surface preparation techniques
- Ability to perform basic math functions
- Proficient with use of Airless and Conventional paint spaying systems with very minimal to no defects
- Knowledge of wet painting and proper paint mixing technique (ex: two-part Epoxy primer and Polyurethane paint)
- Basic command of the English language, both written and verbal
- Proficient with use of Steel Grit Blasting equipment and knowledge of basic maintenance
- Ability to work independently or part of a small team and perform required tasks with little supervision
- Ability to maintain a clean work area by picking up trash and sweeping the floor and disposing of paints and solvents in appropriate location
- Ability to recognize a Commercial Grade Blast cleaning on steel
- Ability to use a wet paint film thickness gauge and dry film thickness gauge
- Ability to use a dial thickness gauge to achieve appropriate anchor profile of required blast
- Ability to recognize and properly repair defects in paint finish (i.e. runs, holidays and orange peel)
- Ability to perform basic troubleshooting functions on Airless and Conventional paint spaying equipment
- Ability to follow directions, company operating procedure, safety rules and ISO requirements
- Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts upon request
- Ability to stand and walk on concrete floor continuously for a minimum of 8 hours per day
- Ability to lift metal objects of up to 50 pounds frequently for a minimum of 8 hours per day
- Ability to pass a breathing test and full-face respirator fitment test
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 401k savings
- Annual bonus potential
- Generous paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-sponsored wellness programs