You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
About the Role
As an Industrial Painter at Z Modular at Zekelman Industries, this role is responsible for applying high-quality coatings to steel and fabricated metal assemblies. Reporting to the Construction Manager, this position requires precision spray application techniques to ensure consistent finish quality, coating integrity, and overall appearance. This role is ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail, hands-on industrial painting experience, and a commitment to producing high-quality, uniform finishes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Do
Apply industrial coatings including primers, epoxies, urethanes, and other multi-component systems
Operate spray equipment such as spray guns, pressure pots, air-assisted, and conventional systems
Prepare surfaces through sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and contamination control
Ensure proper coating application by controlling film build, texture, and finish quality
Follow coating specifications including mix ratios, induction times, flash times, and cure requirements
Inspect finished surfaces and identify defects such as runs, orange peel, dry spray, or uneven coverage
Correct coating defects to maintain high-quality standards and appearance
Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety protocols
Support production workflows and collaborate with team members to meet project timelines
Promote and follow all company safety policies and procedures
Who You Are
High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
Experience in industrial painting, automotive refinishing, heavy equipment painting, or similar environment, preferred
Experience in manufacturing or fabrication environments, beneficial
Familiarity with surface preparation techniques including sanding, grinding, cleaning, and masking
Strong experience with spray application equipment and coating systems
Ability to follow detailed coating specifications and maintain consistent, repeatable standards
Strong attention to detail with pride in workmanship
Ability to identify and correct coating defects to ensure quality finishes
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Physical Abilities
Perform repetitive manual tasks requiring steady hand control and coordination
Stand, bend, and move for extended periods
Lift, carry, and handle materials as required
Work in a manufacturing or industrial environment with exposure to coatings and equipment
What You’ll Get
Z Modular at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage. In addition, employees have access to a comprehensive total rewards package:
Competitive Compensation
Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
401(k) with Company Match
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Employee Loyalty Awards
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
