SIC Industrial Painter​/GE WILM

About Us

We perform installation, rigging, millwrighting, and maintenance for manufacturing and industrial markets across the Southeast.

Since 1962, Southern Industrial has helped install and maintain the manufacturing and industrial base that has fueled growth across the Southeast. We have grown from a Carolinas-based rigging company into the leading provider of rigging services, turn-key industrial construction, and plant maintenance services in the Southeast. As part of EMCOR Group, Southern Industrial’s ability to serve our customers is enhanced by EMCOR's financial strength and national presence.

Job Title:

SIC Industrial Painter/FT (GE WILM)

Southern Industrial Constructors seeks Industrial Painters for an ongoing site in the Wilmington, NC area. This role is for an ongoing assignment.

• Determine best application practices for all paints/coatings based upon customer specification requirements and product technical information data.
• Prepare and apply customer specified coatings to achieve film thickness, gloss, and appearance standards to meet all specifications.
• Inspect finished products for defects like runs or sags and use dry film thickness gauges to ensure compliance with OEM standards.
• Assist with maintaining an organized, clean, and secure paint storage area consistent with best 6S practices.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental regulations, including proper handling of hazardous materials and waste disposal, wearing PPE (goggles, respirators) and ensuring proper ventilation.
• Complete all Safety and general job training as required by SIC.
• Observe SIC & Client safety processes and procedures at all times.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by the Site Maintenance Manager.

• Conditions include working in office, shop, busy traffic areas, freezers, and warehouses, with frequent exposure to dirt, dust, grease, oil, vibrations, and adverse weather conditions. Must be able to safely access all areas of property and buildings.
• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas.
• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms and other job-related noises.
• Must be able to safely access all areas of property and buildings.
• Must be able to effectively use all required PPE equipment.
• Strenuous physical demands are required to safely perform the essential functions associated with this position.
• Must be able to safely operate all involved equipment and tools.
• Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, bending consistently, working on ladders, and in awkward body positions.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Acceptable visual acuity includes color differentiation.
• Demonstrate ability to read paint/coating formulas and mix paint/coatings accurately.
• Thorough working knowledge of surface preparation techniques such as finishing, filler material, sealing, color mixing, and masking.
• Ability to read shop orders, blueprints, and safety data sheets (SDS).

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US-NC-Wilmington

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Company: Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc.
Category: Maintenance
Position Type: Full-Time
Location Type: Onsite
Posted Date: 2 days ago (1/16/2026 9:41 AM)

We offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.