Fairmont Sign Company
Location: [3750 E Outer Drive Detroit, MI 48234]
Job Type: Full-Time [Mon-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm] (Overtime as needed)
Pay: [$18-$25/hour or salary range based on experience]
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Painter to join our growing sign manufacturing team. This role is responsible for prepping, painting, and finishing custom signage using high-quality automotive-grade paint systems to produce durable, professional finishes for commercial clients.
The ideal candidate has experience working with automotive paint, industrial coatings, body shop painting, custom fabrication finishing, or similar high-end paint applications and takes pride in delivering clean, consistent work.
This position works closely with our fabrication and production teams to ensure all signs meet company quality standards and deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Prep metal, plastic, aluminum, acrylic, and other sign materials for paint application
- Sand, clean, mask, prime, and finish surfaces properly
- Apply automotive-grade paint, primers, clear coats, and specialty finishes
- Mix paint colors accurately to customer specifications
- Operate spray guns, paint booths, drying equipment, and related tools
- Inspect finished products for quality, consistency, and defects
- Perform touch-ups and corrections when needed
- Maintain clean and organized paint areas
- Follow safety procedures for paint handling, ventilation, PPE, and hazardous materials
- Work with production managers to meet project deadlines
- Assist with finishing processes such as polishing, buffing, vinyl prep, and assembly when needed
Qualifications
- Previous experience in automotive painting, body shop painting, industrial painting, or sign finishing preferred
- Experience with automotive-grade paint systems required
- Knowledge of paint prep, sanding, masking, primers, and clear coats
- Familiarity with spray equipment and paint booth operations
- Ability to color match and mix paints accurately
- Strong attention to detail and finish quality
- Ability to lift materials up to [50 lbs]
- Reliable transportation and strong attendance record
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience painting custom signage
- Knowledge of powder coating
- Experience working with fabricated metal signage
- Familiarity with vinyl graphics application
- OSHA/safety training experience
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Health benefits
- Paid time off
- Stable, year-round work
Why Join Us?
We build high-quality custom signage for businesses across multiple industries, and we take pride in craftsmanship. If you have an eye for detail and experience creating flawless painted finishes, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience spraying automotive grade paint
Ability to Commute:
- Detroit, MI 48234 (Required)
Work Location: In person
