Automotive Paint Technician

Description

Description

The Automotive Paint Technician restores the surfaces of vehicles using spray-painting equipment, power tools and work aids utilizing specific surface preparation and painting techniques. Our Automotive Paint Technicians receive all the tools and supplies for the job along with advanced training.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Promote an understanding of and strong dedication to client satisfaction.
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge sufficient to properly and deftly complete painting assignments
• Accurately evaluate nature and extent of work described on repair order; notifying estimator if portions of work are not necessary or additional materials/work are needed
• Plan efficient work procedures using technical manuals and knowledge of surface preparations and painting techniques; arranging to obtain timely delivery of paint and necessary materials
• Perform quality paint application within timeframe and material allowances as well as according to guidelines by efficiently using appropriate/allocated tools
• Utilize protective supplies as appropriate to ensure cleanliness of vehicle
• Operate lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas
• Responsible for cleaning, sanding, and applying chemical solutions to prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting
• Mask and cover surfaces not to be painted; removing accessories such as chrome, mirrors and windshield wipers
• Mix and thin paint or other coating to specified color and consistency according to standard formulas or color charts
• Spray specified amount or thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel, onto prepared surfaces

Requirements

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of paint experience
• High school diploma or the equivalent
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions
• Ability to exercise good judgment and critical thinking
• Understanding and compliance with safety rules and practices as well as posted work rules and procedures
• Current and valid driver's license
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

EOE.