Industrial Painter/Skidder

Posted: Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Valid Thru: Friday, 22 May 2026
Index Requested on: 04/22/2026 20:15:14
Indexed on: 04/22/2026 20:15:14

Location: Vancouver, WA, 98660, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Cornell Pump Company is hiring!

Description:

If you have experience with industrial painting and take pride in producing high-quality finishes, we want to hear from you.

Cornell Pump Company is looking for an Industrial Painter/Skidder to prepare and spray surfaces of machines, manufactured products, or working areas with protective or decorative materials such as paint, enamel, glaze, gel-coat, epoxies, or lacquer onsite at our Vancouver, WA location. This role also includes crating and skidding finished products, requiring hands-on shop skills and attention to detail.

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour (DOE)

Location: Vancouver, WA

What You'll Do:
  • Preparing surfaces to be painted by cleaning grease and dirt from the product
  • Applies masking tape or other means over parts and areas that are not to be coated
  • Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce the desired color per work order or instructions
  • Uses various types of equipment to apply coating, including finishing industrial spray painting
  • Assists with crating and skidding finished products for shipment, including proper securing and preparation for transport
  • Uses power tools and basic shop equipment as needed to complete finishing and packaging tasks
  • Must be able to wear a respirator
  • Cleans and maintains equipment using appropriate methods
  • Able to operate forklifts and other lifting devices

What We're Looking For:
  • Previous industrial painting experience is required
  • Experience with crating, packaging, or general shop work preferred
  • Ability to safely use power tools and work with hands-on equipment
  • Strong ability to read and use a tape measure accurately
  • Clear understanding of industrial painting products and procedures
  • Excellent dexterity and hand-eye coordination
  • Strong commitment to quality
  • Detail-oriented with solid multitasking skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work for extended periods with arms above shoulder height

What We Offer:

Cornell Pump takes pride in offering competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a supportive work environment. We also provide excellent benefits, including:
  • PTO & Holidays: Minimum of 2 weeks paid PTO + 10 paid holidays.
  • 401(k): Up to 7.5% (3% employer contribution and up to another 4.5% employer matching) based on your contribution thereafter: immediate full vesting
  • Medical: Choice of PPO or HDHP with HSA.
  • Dental & Vision coverage.
  • Pet Insurance
  • Company-Paid Coverage: Life Insurance, AD& D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability.
  • Parental Leave: 2 weeks paid.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - company paid.
  • Safety Benefits: Up to $250 every 2 years for safety shoes, and up to $250 every 2 years for prescription safety glasses (voucher or reimbursement).
  • Additional Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life and AD& D insurance.
  • Supplemental Health Insurance: hospital, accident, and critical illness insurance.

For 80 years, Cornell Pump has been a prominent leader in manufacturing centrifugal pumps for industries including agriculture, industrial, municipal, rental, and mining. With facilities in Clackamas, OR, Vancouver, WA, and Rock Hill, SC, we are proud of our dynamic, collaborative workplace where growth opportunities, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits are the norm.

A good life begins with a good company. Find your place at Cornell Pump Company. Apply today, and let's grow together!

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Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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