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Utility Worker Job in Marengo, Ohio US

Utility Worker

Darling Ingredients Inc. - Marengo, OH

Posted: 1/5/2026 - Expires: 4/5/2026

Job ID: 293060701

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Job Description

Job Summary

The Utility Worker / Finish Painter supports the fabrication, refurbishment, and finishing of used cooking oil storage tanks. This role is responsible for surface preparation, final coating application, general shop support, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment. The position requires attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to perform a variety of hands-on manufacturing tasks as assigned.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Prepare tank surfaces for coating, including cleaning, degreasing, sanding, grinding, masking, and blasting as required
Apply industrial coatings, primers, and finish paints using spray equipment, rollers, or brushes per specifications
Inspect finished surfaces for quality, coverage, and defects; perform touch-ups as needed
Follow coating thickness, cure time, and environmental requirements
Assist with tank movement, staging, and positioning using forklifts, pallet jacks, or cranes (if certified)
Support fabrication and assembly operations as needed (drilling, grinding, deburring, cleaning, bolting)
Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of tools, paint equipment, and work areas
Load and unload materials and finished products
Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements
Properly handle flammable materials, solvents, and coatings
Use required PPE including respirators, gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing
Maintain clean and organized workspaces to reduce hazards
Follow work instructions, drawings, and paint specifications
Complete basic production and quality check documentation when required
Communicate issues related to quality, safety, or scheduling to supervision

Qualifications

Highly organized; superior time management skills.
Experience with industrial or commercial painting
Forklift or overhead crane experience (or willingness to be trained)
Ability to perform physical labor, lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods
Basic knowledge of surface prep methods and coating systems preferred

Education/Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands

Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, and reach.
Occasionally must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
No school grade completed
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
85875279
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 5
Graphic Literacy: 4

Workplace Documentation: 4