Beam and Paint Prep

Beam & Paint Prep 

Join our Team at Great Western Building Systems

At Great Western Building Systems (GWB), we don’t just build steel structures–we build careers, innovation, and a team that feels like family. Established in 2016, GWB has rapidly become a powerhouse in the Pre-Engineered Metal Building industry, known for precision, strength, and craftsmanship in everything we do.

If you’re looking for more than just a job–if you want to be part of something bigger–this is the place for you. Our team is made up of driven, skilled, and passionate individuals who take pride in their work. 

What We’re Looking For

GWB is searching for an experienced Beam and Paint Prep Associate to join our rapidly growing company.to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety conscious, and skilled in preparing fabricated materials for painting or further processing. They ensure that each step in the cleaning and preparation process is executed accurately and efficiently, adhering to strict timelines and quality standards. 

Our Culture

Our work environment is fast-paced, fun, and oftentimes exciting. Our team is built of a diverse group of individuals who all bring their own strengths to the table. We work hard during the week and enjoy our time off on the weekend.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for shop organization, cleanliness, and quality 

• Maintain a clean and organized work area 

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Maintain a safe workplace according to Osha standards and foster a culture to promote health and safety 

• Ensure all fellow employees are adhering to all safety standards

• Maintain production levels as outlined by the schedule while ensuring quality remains the top priority

• Ensure all jobs are completed in a timely manner

• Must know how to use pneumatic tools and electric hand tools efficiently and safely 

• Must be able to work in elements that are both hot and cold 

• Must complete and pass a medical evaluation before wearing a respirator and be fit tested

• When grinding employees must wear a face shield, safety glasses, and a respirator at all times 

• Must be able to wear respirators for long periods of time depending on the workflow. 

• Ensure all equipment in Beam Prep is in good working condition before operation

• Attend all scheduled production meeting and safety trainings as required 

• Be a proactive member of the manufacturing problem-solving team

• Follow all safety protocols including wearing PPE and required PPE at all times. Required PPE is defined as gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe boots. Additional PPE, such as hard hats, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, face shields, respirators, etc, may be required depending on the specific tasks being performed or the work area.

• Duties, responsibilities, and reporting relationships may fluctuate or evolve in light of your skill, experience, and the company’s needs

The work environment is primarily indoors and will, at times, be exposed to natural weather elements such as heat, cold, sunlight, darkness, wind, rain, lightning, snow, and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications

• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check is required

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred 

• Safety-oriented and adheres with all Osha safety standards 

• Diligent with great attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly

• Ability to operate a forklift is a plus 

• Must be able to regularly lift and move 60 - 80 lbs and occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to 100 lbs 

• Must be able to walk, stand, use hands to handle tools, reach with arms, kneel, stoop, crouch, and talk and hear in noisy environments

Compensation and Benefits

• $18.00 - $20.00 per hour, depending on experience; with the possibility of a merit increase upon completion of probationary 90-day period depending on performance

• Comprehensive benefits package after 90 days of employment 

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life Insurance

• Paid time Off 

• Paid sick leave

• Employee assistance program

• More!  

Job Type

• Full-Time

• Monday - Friday

• Mandatory overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production needs

Ability to Commute/Relocate 

• Grand Junction, CO 81501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required) 

Work location: On Location