Paint Prepper- Weekend Shift

 Prepare and paint custom-ordered and custom-manufactured metal buildings according to specifications, mixing paint as required, using spray guns and other equipment to ensure high quality finish and appearance. 

• Immerse parts in solution or wash surfaces to remove grease, rust, scale, and dirt.   
• Mask and cover surfaces not to be painted.   
• Prepare metal surfaces for painting, and paints parts, equipment, interiors, and exteriors of buildings, using brushes, spray guns, sanders, and rollers. 
• Verify correct paint colors by reading building prints and designs. 
• Strip, sand, mask, and repaint surfaces, blend and polish finish to match surrounding areas, manually or using portable power tools.  
• Place articles or materials in drying racks or container.  
• May operate lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas to be painted.  
• Clean all equipment and tools, organize and store as required. 
• Dispose of waste appropriately, and according to safety and OSHA regulations. 
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.  
• Inspect, recognize and service wearing or defective parts on all paint related equipment. 
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Required skills/experience: 

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions 
• Flexibility and ability to work under production pressure. 
• Ability to work in cooperation with other team members. 
• Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time, work on ladders at heights and lift up to 50 lbs.  
• Must be able to work in enclosed spaces for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements. 
• May use a full face ventilation mask for extended periods of time.  

Additional skills desired: 

• Detail oriented. 
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification. 
• Experience in body work such as bonding, repairing dents, scratches, etc. 

Educational Requirements/Degree(s)

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent