Painter Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Painter Ensley Iron 3900 Avenue L, Birmingham, AL 35218

About Ensley Iron:

Ensley Iron specializes in the design, fabrication, and installation of custom ornamental iron products, including rails, gates, fences, and balconies. When you join Ensley Iron, you’re not just starting a career – you’re helping craft timeless pieces that enhance homes and lives. At Ensley Iron, we cultivate a collaborative environment where skill development is encouraged, outstanding work is recognized, and leadership is rewarded. Each team member embodies the

Ensley Way:

delivering quality craftsmanship with integrity, creativity, and pride.

Position Summary:

The Painter / Finish Work Technician is responsible for the final stage of production ensuring all ironwork is clean, prepped, and finished to the high visual and quality standards that define Ensley Iron. This includes cleaning, sanding, priming, painting, touch-up, and final inspection of mild steel and cast-iron products before installation or delivery. Attention to detail, consistency, and pride in your finished product are critical to this role.

What You’ll Do:

Surface Prep. Prepare ironwork for painting by grinding, sanding, cleaning, and removing rust, slag, or residue to ensure proper adhesion and a clean finish. Painting. Apply primers and paints using sprayers and brushes to achieve a smooth, consistent finish in line with Ensley Iron’s quality standards. Touch-Ups. Perform touch-up work as needed during staging, transport, or just before installation to maintain finish integrity. Quality Control. Inspect all painted products for proper coverage, color consistency, and surface quality. Organization & Maintenance. Label and organize painted items for staging and loading. Maintain all painting tools, spray equipment, and the paint area to ensure a clean, hazard-free workspace. Teamwork. Coordinate with the fabrication and installation teams to stay aligned with project schedules and ensure seamless transitions from production to delivery.

Skills You’ll Need:

Coachability. Open to feedback and eager to learn, with a willingness to adapt to improve skills and processes. Initiative. Proactively seek out ways to improve your technique, stay productive, and contribute to shop efficiency. Experience. Experience with prepping and painting metal surfaces using sprayers and brushes is preferred. Must be proficient in grinding, sanding, cleaning, and applying finishes.

What You’ll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our team thrives on collaboration, effective communication, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement, all driving us toward excellence. Safe. As a leader in health and safety standards, we are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring the well-being of our employees and customers. Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the impact our craftsmanship has on enhancing homes and communities. Every employee contributes to creating lasting, beautiful ironwork that elevates properties. Rest and Relaxation. Paid time off and paid holidays to help you recharge. Training and Development. We focus on strengthening our employees’ skills through training and development, ensuring they have the support they need to achieve their goals and succeed within the company.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.12 – $21.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Tools provided

Schedule:

8 hour shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person