I’ve been at this game for 12 year now and it’s extremely tuff most of the time I started at the bottom cleaning and when your blasting and spraying huge ships, small awkward tanks, cranes, and everything else in between and all in demanding time frames and horrible conditions it’s not for everyone but is very rewarding when u battle to the end of a job. I’ve met some fantastic people over the years and no mater how long you’ve been at it every day is a school day. I was lucky to be teamed up with some of the best on the business. Good luck to anyone who gives it a go.
It's a great job, with the right company. Alot of people don't know about this trade. There are alot of skills that go along with it, that you just wouldn't think someone with the job title " painter", would have. My self, I constantly have to operate fork lifts, front end loader with forks or bucket, 30 ton overhead cranes, shunt trucks telehandlers, and lifts. The list goes on. My primary gig, is the sand blasting end of things. which I enjoy. Time flies when blasting. Faster then vacation time lol. Most stuff. Point of this comment is, it's a good job, pays well, eventually, and it can take you places. Literally, if your willing to travel and do this, you'll see cool places, you would other wise never go, and make really good money. If you live in a place with an industrial park, look for industrial coating application companies in your area. If there is 1 there is usually more around. Try it out, you might just like it.
Hi mate, do you have any advice on getting into the trade with no experience ? I'm trying to get out of the accident repair side of painting and moving to the more Industrial side, however all jobs need atleast a minimum of 1 year experience, any advice welcome, thank you
@@johndiddly1597 if you have spray experience I'm sure someone would look at you. It's like anything else, if there's alot of work where you live you should be able to get on somewhere. Like if there is a refinery in your area or a few mills. Are there many industrial coating companies where you are? I started non union and the company I worked for put me in. The company I work for now, has us few token union men and only hire non union guys for the shop now. Non union is ok but they don't get paid as well and often have no pension. How old are ya an where do you live?
@@Matty6983 yeah I have some spray experience, i finished my 4 year apprenticeship in accident repair at the beginning of the year n have my Level 3 nvq for painting cars just gutted its useless in industrial, im from near Manchester area (uk) there's not a ton of industrial companies but theres a few and im 21 so while I'm young im trying to get into a new aspect of spraying, I think the biggest thing in the future will be the wind industry with the whole green energy booming. I may pay for a few courses as there's an industrial training centre less than 20 miles from me, thanks for the advice
I'll make a talking video today directly to you so I don't have to type a bunch of shit. Let me know if you see it in the comments cuz I'll delete it after you do see it.
going to be getting into it, out of the collision repair/ body shop industry, painter. any tips or things to expect? wondering about color matches, paint codes
Makes it sound like rocket science 😂 Na there is a bit to it, I’m an industrial painter. It’s just some of the guys in the trade are a bit rough around the edges
@@ChickenSpeed I didn't have any at all, except being able to read mechanical drawings. You need good hand dexterity and coordination and an eye for detail.
and there is me been trying for 5 months in my states trying to find industrial painter college/unions/training institution/apprecitenship and NOTHING searched through the web constantly called 100 of numbers even went in person and nothing, i legit had to look from other states out of mine and still no luck i am thinking to get training to a foreign college in Europe or South America wish for some reason they have the program i need and the training for it, such a shame USA cant provide something so basic, i am debating on what foreign institution i will go but most likely Mexico, even though is more like workshops in there but whatever experience i can get i will be ok with it.
i started painting dumpsters shipping containers and trailers about two weeks ago, 11 an hour. literally no safety briefing and minimal training. im really concerned about my health, being familiar with the health problems caused by spraypaint.
Your employer seems to be really reckless. I'm so sorry to hear that. I was provided with training both hands on and theory on the chemicals I'm using and got given all the PPE I need... I wish everyone was so lucky.
Yes you can go on the website and apply and let them know your knowledge, if you already have skills you may not need to go through an apprenticeship program
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I’ve been at this game for 12 year now and it’s extremely tuff most of the time I started at the bottom cleaning and when your blasting and spraying huge ships, small awkward tanks, cranes, and everything else in between and all in demanding time frames and horrible conditions it’s not for everyone but is very rewarding when u battle to the end of a job. I’ve met some fantastic people over the years and no mater how long you’ve been at it every day is a school day. I was lucky to be teamed up with some of the best on the business. Good luck to anyone who gives it a go.
1 year in, messy job!
@@ozbfotwo9596 are you union? starting orientation with Local 806 this coming week.
CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE VIDEO, THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS PRECIOUS INFORMATION!
It's a great job, with the right company. Alot of people don't know about this trade. There are alot of skills that go along with it, that you just wouldn't think someone with the job title " painter", would have. My self, I constantly have to operate fork lifts, front end loader with forks or bucket, 30 ton overhead cranes, shunt trucks telehandlers, and lifts. The list goes on. My primary gig, is the sand blasting end of things. which I enjoy. Time flies when blasting. Faster then vacation time lol. Most stuff.
Point of this comment is, it's a good job, pays well, eventually, and it can take you places. Literally, if your willing to travel and do this, you'll see cool places, you would other wise never go, and make really good money. If you live in a place with an industrial park, look for industrial coating application companies in your area. If there is 1 there is usually more around. Try it out, you might just like it.
Hi mate, do you have any advice on getting into the trade with no experience ? I'm trying to get out of the accident repair side of painting and moving to the more Industrial side, however all jobs need atleast a minimum of 1 year experience, any advice welcome, thank you
@@johndiddly1597 if you have spray experience I'm sure someone would look at you. It's like anything else, if there's alot of work where you live you should be able to get on somewhere. Like if there is a refinery in your area or a few mills. Are there many industrial coating companies where you are? I started non union and the company I worked for put me in. The company I work for now, has us few token union men and only hire non union guys for the shop now. Non union is ok but they don't get paid as well and often have no pension. How old are ya an where do you live?
@@Matty6983 yeah I have some spray experience, i finished my 4 year apprenticeship in accident repair at the beginning of the year n have my Level 3 nvq for painting cars just gutted its useless in industrial, im from near Manchester area (uk) there's not a ton of industrial companies but theres a few and im 21 so while I'm young im trying to get into a new aspect of spraying, I think the biggest thing in the future will be the wind industry with the whole green energy booming. I may pay for a few courses as there's an industrial training centre less than 20 miles from me, thanks for the advice
I'll make a talking video today directly to you so I don't have to type a bunch of shit. Let me know if you see it in the comments cuz I'll delete it after you do see it.
The video is there John let me know when you watched it
I love this job. I never finished my education but it was the BEST. I loved it so much. I can HIGH KEY recommend.
going to be getting into it, out of the collision repair/ body shop industry, painter. any tips or things to expect? wondering about color matches, paint codes
Appreciate the good words. I just got a offer today for being a industrial painters
Makes it sound like rocket science 😂 Na there is a bit to it, I’m an industrial painter. It’s just some of the guys in the trade are a bit rough around the edges
Are you union?
I started training as an industrial painter last week and I love it so far, I think it might be a good fit!
Do you need any prior experience?
@@ChickenSpeed I didn't have any at all, except being able to read mechanical drawings. You need good hand dexterity and coordination and an eye for detail.
I been doing for 2 years its awesome I painted alot even a kitchen sink lol
Dang nice, no scary heights yet?
@@evegasse6999 updates?
Im Rope Access guy. But i recentky choose this painting and sandblasting task . I hope it will lucky for me
Taking the test once n failed. Just can’t find any info anywhere. Think that’s the issue with just having yur hours approved by ministry.
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I love this job I'm spray painter Saudi Aramco certified experience 5 years how to apply sir
and there is me been trying for 5 months in my states trying to find industrial painter college/unions/training institution/apprecitenship and NOTHING searched through the web constantly called 100 of numbers even went in person and nothing, i legit had to look from other states out of mine and still no luck i am thinking to get training to a foreign college in Europe or South America wish for some reason they have the program i need and the training for it, such a shame USA cant provide something so basic, i am debating on what foreign institution i will go but most likely Mexico, even though is more like workshops in there but whatever experience i can get i will be ok with it.
I applied to DC11 with zero prior painting experience and am now an apprentice 3 months later. Just a game of luck
How do I sign up
i started painting dumpsters shipping containers and trailers about two weeks ago, 11 an hour. literally no safety briefing and minimal training. im really concerned about my health, being familiar with the health problems caused by spraypaint.
Your employer seems to be really reckless. I'm so sorry to hear that. I was provided with training both hands on and theory on the chemicals I'm using and got given all the PPE I need... I wish everyone was so lucky.
Better get in union
11 an hour? Sheesh
Came along way since to 50s my family been doing this since then..house painters just don't understand quality means more than wiggling a brush
Definitely not something I want to do , but it'll do until I land a good job.
can i work in this career, i have a diplome technician auto body painter
Yes you can go on the website and apply and let them know your knowledge, if you already have skills you may not need to go through an apprenticeship program
@@dankmemes8424 okey thank u
@@dankmemes8424 and when can i find that website
how to apply?
Go to the website and apply and let them know your knowledge you make outstanding money
DC16 local 487
Is it difficult to get in?