Body Shop Painter Assistant

At O'Rielly Chevrolet, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. We reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at O'Rielly Chevrolet is absolutely critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years.

Summary

The Painter Helper assists in the refinishing of damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with manufacturer and dealership quality specifications and time standards. 

Responsibilities

• Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated
• Fills cavities and dents with appropriate filler material to attain smooth surface
• Mixes paint according to manufacturer's specifications
• Inspects painted units for quality of workmanship, noting any runs, sags, and unpainted area and corrects
• Operates all required equipment to perform necessary repairs in a safe manner and in accordance with company policies and applicable local, state and federal regulations
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer and in accordance with company policies
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management immediately
• Communicates with service advisor and/or dispatcher if additional work is needed
• Ensures that customer vehicles kept clean during repair process
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended and communicates this information as needed to appropriate body shop or service personnel
• Helps eliminate paint waste and helps control paint cost
• Maintain a clean, efficient work area and assist in keeping the shop neat and organized
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order in accordance with operating procedures
• Understands the terminology of the automobile
• Follows the Company Code of Business Ethics and Conduct
• Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with company policy
• Attends pertinent training on request
• Other duties as assigned

 Qualifications

• Prior paint experience or tech school.
• Valid driver license - with 3 year clean driving history
• Reliable
• Strong work ethic
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, MVR, and drug screen (including recreational marijuana)

What We Offer

• Medical, Vision and Dental
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• The Option to get more life insurance and LTD
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security
• Health and wellness
• Discounts on products and services

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.