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.

@ozbfotwo9596

3 ай бұрын

1 year in, messy job!

@SteveoDREAMERSNYC

3 ай бұрын

@@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.

@johndiddly1597

3 жыл бұрын

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

@Matty6983

3 жыл бұрын

@@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?

@johndiddly1597

3 жыл бұрын

@@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

@Matty6983

3 жыл бұрын

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.

@Matty6983

3 жыл бұрын

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.

@RegurgitateEucharist

3 жыл бұрын

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

@Big_CP3

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the good words. I just got a offer today for being a industrial painters

I started training as an industrial painter last week and I love it so far, I think it might be a good fit!

@ChickenSpeed

3 жыл бұрын

Do you need any prior experience?

@evegasse6999

3 жыл бұрын

@@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.

@tjarthur7580

2 жыл бұрын

I been doing for 2 years its awesome I painted alot even a kitchen sink lol

@flip0345

Жыл бұрын

Dang nice, no scary heights yet?

@dannyboots

Ай бұрын

​@@evegasse6999 updates?

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

@dankmemes8424

2 жыл бұрын

Are you union?

Im Rope Access guy. But i recentky choose this painting and sandblasting task . I hope it will lucky for me

Shoutout from DC17

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.

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

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.

@Deezy77342

4 ай бұрын

I applied to DC11 with zero prior painting experience and am now an apprentice 3 months later. Just a game of luck

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.

@evegasse6999

3 жыл бұрын

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.

@janklord352

2 жыл бұрын

Better get in union

@christianrobles4580

2 жыл бұрын

11 an hour? Sheesh

Definitely not something I want to do , but it'll do until I land a good job.

I love this job I'm spray painter Saudi Aramco certified experience 5 years how to apply sir

How do I sign up

DC16 local 487

@thetimeisnow9236

3 жыл бұрын

Is it difficult to get in?

can i work in this career, i have a diplome technician auto body painter

@dankmemes8424

2 жыл бұрын

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

@funniestvideos2298

2 жыл бұрын

@@dankmemes8424 okey thank u

@funniestvideos2298

2 жыл бұрын

@@dankmemes8424 and when can i find that website

how to apply?

@dankmemes8424

2 жыл бұрын

Go to the website and apply and let them know your knowledge you make outstanding money