Job Title:
Painter
Company: Sterling Engineering
Location: Muncie, IN
Created: 2026-03-06
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job DescriptionTitle: Industrial Painter Location: Muncie, IN - 100% Onsite Duration and hire type: Contract-to-Hire (CTH) Overview: Sterling Engineering/Staffing is seeking an Industrial Painter for one of our clients in the locomotive manufacturing industry. Sterling has a long history of delivering top talent to clients nationwide, working primarily with Fortune 1000 corporations. Shifts: 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM 3rd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 PM - 6:00 AM Hourly Rate: $22/hr Benefits: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Multiple Medical Plan Options, Dental & Vision Plans, 401(k), and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) Plan Job Description Perform all painting, surface preparation, masking, touch-ups, and decal application on locomotives. Maintain painting equipment and booths, and assist with preparing locomotives for shipment. This role requires experience with industrial painting systems and coatings, as well as the ability to read schematics, use hand/power tools, and work safely in a manufacturing environment. Duties and Responsibilities: Move locomotives in and out of paint booths Power wash units and inspect for leaks Sand, grind, mud, and glaze dents or defects; perform touch-ups Mask surfaces and apply stencils and decals Operate and maintain spray guns, paint mixers, pumps, and other painting equipment Maintain cleanliness and functionality of paint booths and paint kitchen Assist with packaging locomotives for shipment Follow safety procedures and company policies consistently Accurately measure, calculate, and convert units as needed for painting applications Education and Training: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Qualifications and Experience: Minimum 1 year of pressure spray painting experience, preferably on heavy equipment or industrial painting Knowledge of industrial paint systems including bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray Familiarity with coatings such as polyurethane and CARC Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and other visual aids Comfortable using hand and power tools, and performing basic mechanical tasks Basic PC skills for data entry Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to follow safety procedures and manufacturing protocols Capable of equipment setup, maintenance, disassembly, and assembly Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Meet Your RecruiterKajal Patel Technical Recruiter Kajal Patel is a dedicated Technical Recruiter specializing in the Transportation industry. With a successful track record at Sterling and a wealth of experience spanning five years in the recruitment field, Kajal is a driving force in talent acquisition. As a Technical Recruiter in the Transportation sector, Kajal understands the nuances of the industry and the unique demands it entails. Her experience and insights enable her to guide candidates and clients effectively, ensuring a seamless match that benefits all parties involved. With her experience, Kajal has developed a keen understanding of the recruitment landscape. Her advice to never ghost potential employers and maintain open communication with recruiters is a testament to her professionalism and dedication. Kajal recognizes that such practices can impact immediate opportunities and future prospects, potentially hindering one's career growth. 224-254-5498 Connect on LinkedIn Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.