Paint Technician
UFP Industries, Inc
Fredericksburg, VA (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Paint Technician UFP Industries, Inc United States, Virginia, Fredericksburg 11032 Tidewater Trail (Show on map) Jun 15, 2026 Job Summary This is a basic level position that can spray primer, wipe stains, validate paint inventories and fill out order sheets as well as all the skills required in lower level paint positions including masking, scuffing, puttying, spackling, and cleaning of parts. Spray with air-assisted airless, HVLP, pressure pots, and cup guns. Principle Duties and Responsibilities Set up prior to spray and clean up equipment used at the completion
Wear a fitted respirator while spraying must pass the respirator fit test prior
Participate in ongoing development/improvement of paint department policies, procedures, and techniques
Accountable for standard paint department policies and procedures
Exhibit safety consciousness and ensure all work areas are maintained in a safe and orderly manner
Clean and maintain spray guns daily
Knowledge of sanding and prep work
Disassemble items to prepare them for finishing using hand tools
Smooth and touch-up surfaces to prepare them for finishing, using a variety of wood fillers, sanders, and sandpaper
Sand surfaces after primer/sealer coat, using sanders and sanding pads. Mask off fixtures as needed, using masking tape and paper
Down-stack finished parts
Continually work toward improving quality, productivity, and safety
Cooperate with other departments to ensure overall success
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor; may include laminating or painting
Perform sanding and prep work as required by the work schedule
As needed, clean and maintain equipment and tools in proper working order
Be able to follow directions well
Ensure that the work done is of good quality
Organized work station
Have good attitude
Understand job standards and processes
Display willingness to learn
Continuous improvement Qualifications 1 year of commercial or industrial paint prep with at least 6 months of previous spray experience preferred
Ability to pass internal training program within proscribed time periods for each area
Ability to wear a respirator
Familiar and capable of reading MSDS sheets The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.