Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily: + Comply with Xylem and OSHA safety standards, procedures, and regulations, including daily attendance at safety/toolbox meetings. + Move equipment in and out of preparation and paint booth areas using a forklift. + Accurately prepare and mix paint to ensure proper adhesion. + Inspect equipment to ensure surfaces are properly prepared before applying electrostatic paint. + Properly store or dispose of unused paints and solvents. + Clean, maintain, and inspect painting equipment after each use. + Operate electrostatic paint application equipment properly and safely. + Demonstrate general knowledge of safety equipment, including respirators. + Maintain and troubleshoot paint equipment as needed. + Understand paint booth operations and follow proper housekeeping procedures. + Operate and use basic hand tools. + Display general mechanical aptitude. + Operate forklifts safely. + Follow directions, work collaboratively as a team player, and independently when required. **Education & Experience:** + High school diploma or equivalent required. + 1–3 years of industrial painting experience preferred. + Experience in an auto body shop, paint shop, or vocational technical center is a plus. **A Day in the Life** This role is performed in a shop/manufacturing environment with exposure to all weather conditions, shop noise, and fumes within OSHA standards. The role may involve working near moving machinery and requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). **Physical demands include:** + Bending, squatting, stooping, twisting, kneeling, climbing + Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds + Extended work hours as needed (including weekends, overtime, and on-call rotations) + Working while using PPE, including breathing apparatus + Compliance with annual OSHA respirator fit testing requirements **About Xylem** Xylem is a global leader in water technology, dedicated to solving the world's most critical water challenges. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment across a wide range of sectors. We are committed to developing advanced technologies and solutions that improve how water is used, conserved, and reused. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment driven by innovation and purpose. **Estimated Pay Range:** $20/hr to $25/hr _Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors including skills, experience, and work location. It is not typically at the top of the range._ **Xylem offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:** + Medical, Dental, and Vision plans + 401(k) with company contribution + Paid Time Off (PTO) + Paid Parental Leave + Tuition Reimbursement + A diverse and inclusive culture supported by Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and DE&I initiatives Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation