Industrial Painter's Helper 2026 - $750 Hiring Bonus

We are looking for motivated, energetic, and goal-oriented individuals to join our team in the field. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, work well within a team environment, and place a high emphasis on safety. Position is locally based in Nikiski/Kenai; however, there is a potential for north slope projects which could require employee to be gone for roughly two weeks sporadically during the summer.

Multiple positions available.

Description:

The position of Industrial Painter's Helper is an entry level position that assists the Industrial Painter in applying industrial coatings, sandblasting and other duties as assigned. Candidates must be comfortable working in confined spaces, wearing respirators and other personal protective equipment, able to lift up to 100 pounds. Position is locally based in Nikiski/Kenai. No per diem. Schedule could be 5-7 days a week, 8-12 hours a day.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrate daily adherence to safe work practices
• Possess a strong drive to learn, with a commitment to producing quality work
• Positive attitude and dedication to team success

Experience:

• Experience sandblasting and painting preferred but not required
• Oilfield experience preferred but not required

Certification Requirements:

• Valid Driver License
• *Current (not expired) TWIC Card (Transportation Worker Identification Card)
• *8 Hour Confined Space Entry Training
• *Current Health and Safety Card:
  • • CITS (Cook Inlet Training Standards) Certificate or,
    • CSTOP obtained within last two years or,
    • NSTC (North Slope Training Certificate) obtained within last year or,
    • OSHA 10hr obtained within last year
• *24 Hour Initial Hazwoper Training (may have 8-hour refresher if 24-hour has already been obtained)
• CPR and First Aid Certification – (preferred)
• Must be able to pass pre-hire drug and alcohol test
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check if hired: NO felonies within the past 7 years; and/or no more than 2 non-violent, or one or more violent misdemeanors in past 7 years (violent crimes, property offense, substance abuse and fraud, terrorism, weapons or explosives or other crimes applicable to hazmat drivers and transportation workers at ports)
  

* If certifications/training that are a prerequisite to employment are not current, or the employee does not possess required certifications/training, the employee will be financially responsible for paying for and obtaining them as a condition of employment and must be completed prior to starting if hired.

Notes about position:

Must be 18 years old

***This position is eligible for a $750 hiring bonus, payable after 30 days of employment***

NO Per-Diem offered for this position.

Pre-hire drug testing is mandatory, and applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check if hired.