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At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.
Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.
Job Title: Painter
Location: Salem, Virginia
Shift: 1st
Starting Compensation Range: $20.83 - $30.40 per hour
The Painter position is responsible for prepping, painting and refinishing Caterpillar and non-Caterpillar components and equipment. Additional responsibilities include performing basic repairs to components and equipment, as required.
Requirements for the Painter position include:
- Must have basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to use tools and equipment correctly
- Must be able to operate a paint gun
- Must be able to wear and use a supplied Air Hood/helmet while in paint booth
- Must be able to work additional hours to meet business and customer demands
- Must be a strong communicator with excellent verbal skills
- Must be able to positively interact with supervisor and to understand problems and concerns relating to a repair
- Must be able to work as an integral part of a team
- Must be able to work additional hours as needed to meet business and customer demands
- Promote a positive customer experience
- Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way
Seeking Candidates with:
- Minimum two years’ experience industrial painting, including six months using a high-volume low-pressure paint gun
- High school diploma or GED, required
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
- Frequently required to sit
- Regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
- Life and disability insurance
- In-house training instructors/programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Tool allowances and tool loans
- Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
- Opportunities for overtime
- Shift differential (if applicable)
You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.
Come build what matters and build your future with us.
Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.
Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.
Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.
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