Big Elk Energy Systems is seeking skilled Painters and Blasters to join our Paint/Blast Department. These roles are critical to ensuring the highest quality finish and protection for our fabricated equipment, including pipes, vessels, headers, and valves. The ideal candidates will have prior industrial experience, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to safety and precision.
As a Painter, you will be responsible for applying a variety of coatings such as zinc, epoxy, and plural components for both above-ground and below-ground applications. You’ll work with forklifts and indoor cranes to handle equipment and ensure surfaces are coated to specification, meeting durability and quality standards.
As a Blaster, you will prepare large industrial surfaces using grit or sandblasting equipment in a controlled environment. You’ll ensure surfaces are properly cleaned and prepared to receive coatings, adhering to all safety and quality procedures. Both roles require the ability to work on your feet for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and operate safely in an industrial environment.
Requirements
Painter
Experience applying a wide range of coatings, including zinc, epoxy, plural, and above- and below-ground protective coatings
Prior experience in an industrial environment working with pipe, vessels, headers, and valves
Ability to operate forklifts and indoor overhead cranes safely and effectively
Strong attention to detail to ensure coatings meet quality and durability standards
Blaster
Hands-on experience in a grit blast facility or large-scale sandblasting environment for industrial equipment
Knowledge of blasting techniques and safety standards for preparing surfaces prior to coating
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work for extended periods on your feet
Comfortable working in industrial environments with strict safety and quality controls
About the Company
At Big Elk Energy Systems, we are dedicated to building reliable, high-quality solutions for the energy industry. Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, our team specializes in the design and fabrication of custom-engineered skidded systems, pipeline equipment, and process solutions that meet the highest safety and performance standards.
With a full-service campus that includes advanced fabrication bays, an indoor blast and coatings facility, hydrostatic and function testing, and a strong network of trusted vendor partnerships, we provide turnkey manufacturing from concept to completion. Our patented innovations and streamlined production processes allow us to deliver projects faster, with greater efficiency, and without compromising quality.
At the core of Big Elk is a commitment to customer service, integrity, and teamwork. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt, solve challenges, and partner with our clients to support their long-term success. Whether it’s large-scale pipeline infrastructure, precision skids, or custom fabrication, we are built to perform at every stage.
