Locomotive Painter

Impact Workforce Solutions

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Muncie, Indiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform surface preparation and apply specialized coatings to locomotives and railcar components using pressure spray systems. Operate heavy mechanical equipment and conduct daily maintenance on blast and paint equipment to ensure quality standards.

Qualifications

You have a High School Diploma or GED and experience in painting, specifically in railcar or locomotive painting. You are comfortable wearing personal protective equipment and complying with safety protocols.

Must Have Skills for ATS

sanding

grinding

prepping

masking

taping

applying decals

spraying

forklifts

cranes

pneumatic winches

electric winches

manlifts

sandblasting

pressure spray systems

Job Description

Painter in Muncie, IN
Shifts: 1st Shift (Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm), 3rd Shift (Sun-Thurs 9:30pm-6am), and Weekend Shift (Fri-Sun 6am-6pm; work 36 hours and get paid for 40)
Starting pay $20 per hour and up based on experience
Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Job Summary:
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is partnering with Impact Workforce Solutions to hire a Locomotive Painter for their manufacturing team in Muncie, Indiana. Using state-of-the-art processes, painters are involved in the sanding, grinding, prepping, masking, taping, applying decals, and spraying of locomotives, railcars and other rail/locomotive components. The paint process covers the interior, exterior, underframes, and truck parts. These coatings vary based on the needs of each customer.

Shifts:
1st Shift Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm (OT required at this time)
3rd shift Sun-Thurs 7:30pm-6am (OT required at this time)
Weekend Shift Fri-Sun 6am-6pm; work 36 hours and get paid for 40 (OT required at this time)

We offer: 
  • 5 Days of PTO 
  • 6 Paid Holidays 
  • Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact 
  • Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Safely operate mechanical equipment, including forklifts, cranes, pneumatic and electric winches, and manlifts.
  • Follow detailed work instructions and quality work instructions (QWI) with accuracy and consistency.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
  • Utilize precision instruments and gauges for accurate measurements.
  • Execute daily inspections and preventative maintenance on all blast and paint equipment.
  • Power wash and clean railcars and locomotives, prepping them for painting.
  • Conduct sandblasting and surface preparation to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
  • Mix and prepare various types of paints and coatings, applying them according to customer specifications using pressure spray systems.
  • Perform bodywork, touch-ups, and repairs as necessary.
  • Monitor inventory levels and assist in procurement of materials.
Qualifications:
  • Skill Level I: 0-1 years of experience without technical education.
  • Skill Level II: 1-2 years of experience or relevant technical certifications.
  • Skill Level III: 2+ years of experience in a similar role.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Comfortable wearing personal protective equipment and complying with safety protocols.
Preferred Skills:
  • Previous experience in railcar or locomotive painting.
  • Technical degree in auto body or related paint programs.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., push and pull up to 150 lbs.
  • Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, and climbing.
  • Comfortable working in high-noise, high-dust environments, and confined spaces.
  • Must adhere to all safety protocols while working in and around active tracks and equipment.

EOE

Thank you for your interest in Impact Workforce Solutions, we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participate in the E-Verify eligibility confirmation program.

Impact Workforce Solutions

Impact Workforce Optimization (IWO) is a suite of solutions aligned for contingent workforce management including Core2 (Employer of Record), IMprove (MSP), and Clarity (VMS), supported by Direct Sourcing (to Core2) as an optional value-added service, customized to each client’s unique business needs. A technology-enabled service platform; IWO is the perfect blend of high-touch and high-tech. IWO has proven to reduce turnover, improve productivity, and lower labor cost. The transformational outcomes delivered by this one-of-a-kind model have made believers out of CEOs, CFOs, CHROs, Operational Leadership, and countless others who have witnessed the change firsthand. How Would Your Business Change If You Had: >Increased cash flow derived from labor cost savings. >A stable and loyal workforce of content and productive workers. >Retention that is ten times greater than traditional staffing. >Access to more workers for growth and peak periods. >A vendor-neutral partner for strategic workforce building. >Comfort knowing you have control, oversight, and auditability, of contingent workforce spend. >Flexibility, with options, for a more effective workforce strategy. >Omni-channel talent sourcing through a wider talent network. >Higher levels of production and quality. >Confidence in compliance and governance. >Less risk and lower exposure to liability. >Clear insight into data and analytics within the contingent workforce. >A competitive advantage for each worksite that your local competition will envy, and your local team will embrace. No other solution brings these elements together in one comprehensive solution. The IWO model irrefutably delivers transformational outcomes. Combining talent acquisition, effective technology, and quality-of-life-improving employment (known as Core2) solves a business dilemma. The Impact Workforce Strategists conduct a free assessment to determine if IWO is a fit for your business.
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