Industrial Painter 1

Location: Alachua, FL

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30am–3:00pm

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Bring Precision, Pride, and Craftsmanship to World‑Class Mining Equipment 

At Sandvik, we don’t just build drill rigs—we build equipment that operates in some of the most demanding environments in the world. The finish on our rigs matters. It reflects our quality, our brand, and our commitment to excellence. 

What You Will Do 

As an Industrial Painter, you will be responsible for preparing, painting, and detailing rotary drilling rigs and components to meet Sandvik’s high quality and appearance standards. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare rig frames, structures, and components for paint through sanding, cleaning, masking, and surface conditioning 

• Apply primers, topcoats, and specialty coatings using spray equipment (including air-assisted or similar systems) 

• Apply marketing and basic decals to machines

• Mix paints and coatings to specification, ensuring correct color, viscosity, and finish quality 

• Perform touch‑ups, detailing, and cosmetic corrections to deliver a professional, high-quality appearance 

• Inspect work before, during, and after application to ensure specifications and quality standards are met 

• Safely operate and maintain painting tools and equipment, including sanders, spray guns, pumps, and hoses 

• Coordinate with supervision and quality inspection to complete required documentation and sign‑offs 

• Identify and resolve paint-related issues, escalating when needed to ensure quality outcomes 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area  

• Support continuous improvement and demonstrate commitment to Sandvik’s Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) 

What You Bring 

• High School Diploma or GED 

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or heavy equipment painting 

• Authorized to work in the U.S. on an indefinite basis without sponsorship 

• Experience working in spray booths and wearing respirators/PPE 

• Familiarity with primers, corrosion‑resistant coatings, or industrial paint specifications 

• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure 

• Prior experience with decal installation preferred 

• Must be able to pass a company-required non-DOT physical examination 

Physical & Work Environment 

• Highly active role requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and reaching throughout the shift 

• Frequent lifting and moving of items over 50 lbs. (hoists used when applicable) 

• Manufacturing environment with loud noise, dust, and temperature variation 

• Required use of PPE including respirators, hearing protection, and protective clothing 

Why Join Us? 

• Starting Pay Range: $20 - 24/hour based on experience + bonus opportunity. 

• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, disability, and 401(k) 

• Parental leave of up to 14 weeks off 

• Opportunities for training, development, and career growth 

• A collaborative and supportive work culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement