Auto Painter Helper/Prepper

Full job description

• Prepare and apply paint to repaired vehicles
• Apply refinish coatings, using only approved, provided spray equipment set at recommended pressure.
• Inspect panels to be painted for proper body repair, prepping and/or masking and notify Production Manager when imperfections are found before applying any refinish coatings.
• Duties may include final sanding, masking, color mixing and tinting, spray booth operations, applying primers, sealers, color, and clear coats.
• Assure all refinish products are properly formulated to meet color match and finish texture expectations, utilizing all tools and techniques provided by paint suppliers technical support system.
• Utilize the scale to mix only the amount of refinish products required to cover repair/refinish area and limit waste using paint supplies mix-management system.
• Assure paint areas (i.e. booth, prep station, etc.) and paint mix rooms are clean, and all refinish products are stored as directed.
• Clean and maintain all paint formulation and spray application equipment (i.e. paint guns, mixing systems, computer equipment, etc.) in proper working order.
• Update all paint supplier color, technical data and software material.
• Print VOC’s monthly and submit to the Office Manager.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures.
• Works with potentially hazardous materials so attention to safety and personal protection are essential.
• Train painter’s assistants when needed.
• Requires intermediate level experience in discipline
• Conducts routine tasks as directed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Hourly Pay

Experience:

• Auto painting: 5 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person