Painter Helper — First Shift

Job overview

The Painter Helper — First Shift role is onsite in Duluth, MN. Pay is $19–$25 per hour. The position is part of BendTec’s fabrication team, supporting the production of quality products to customer specifications. The helper applies coatings, maintains coating materials and equipment, performs inspections, and documents work. The role includes onsite training and supports safe, efficient production and product quality.

What you'll do

• Complete painting and coating-inspection qualification training
• verify coatings against customer requirements
• maintain paint and coating inventory and paint-waste storage
• maintain application and inspection equipment
• inspect ambient conditions, surface preparation, and coating application
• apply coatings as required
• clean the work area
• follow safety practices
• inspect product quality and complete documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

painter helper

first shift

duluth mn

bendtec

fabrication

coatings

painting

quality inspection

$19–$25/hr

onsite training

union position

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employer-paid premium health and dental benefits, paid vacation, retirement funding, holiday time, hands-on training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.

Why this role

No specific experience, computer skills, certifications, or licenses are required; training is provided onsite. The posting identifies this as a union position.

About the employer

BENDTEC, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.