Painter

Coast Mountain Bus Company; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the transportation sector is seeking a skilled Painter to join their team. This role involves preparing and painting a diverse fleet of vehicles, ensuring high-quality finishes and adherence to safety standards. With a focus on innovation and employee development, this company offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive. You'll be part of a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in the daily operations of Metro Vancouver's transit system, connecting communities and enhancing the passenger experience. If you have a passion for automotive painting and want to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Extended Health

Dental Insurance

Transit Pass

Public Service Pension Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs

Mentorship Programs

Access to Gym Facilities

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Must have served a four-year apprenticeship in automotive painting.
• Ability to hold a class 2 driver's license after training.

Responsibilities

• Sanding, masking, and preparing buses for refinishing.
• Spray painting with water-based and urethane paints.

Skills

Automotive Painting

Spray Painting

Vehicle Preparation

HVLP Equipment

Pneumatic Sanding Tools

Education

BCTQ in Automotive Painting & Refinishing

Journeyperson Experience

Tools

HVLP Equipment

Spray Painting Equipment

Pneumatic Tools

Job description

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Marketing Statement

As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.

Marketing Statement

As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.

At CMBC, one of BC’s Top Employers, we're committed to providing an innovative, healthy, and engaging workforce. This is reflected in our workforce of over 5,500 employees performing over 400 unique jobs, who are committed and empowered to deliver service that attracts nearly 1.1 million passengers daily and connects people, businesses, and communities in the Metro Vancouver region.

We have the important job of helping our passengers get to work, appointments, visiting with family and friends, and back again every day. Metro Vancouver relies on us, and we take that as a point of pride.

Responsibilities

Sanding, masking, and preparing buses for complete or partial refinishing. Laying out company livery and stripes. Spray painting of water based and Urethane paints with HVLP equipment. Spray painting, brushing, and aerosol touch-up of vehicles and components. Painting with various paint materials both large (e.g., Body Panels) and small complex parts (e.g., engines and other asst. mechanical components).

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BCTQ in automotive painting & refinishing. Must have served a four-year apprenticeship in automotive painting and have journeyperson experience in vehicle preparation and spray painting.

The ability, after training, to hold a class 2 driver's license with air endorsement is required. An up-to-date driving abstract must accompany application. Maximum 6 points in the past 3 years, no impaired convictions, roadside suspensions or prohibitions in the past 5 years.

Will be required to undergo a comprehensive medical examination.

Assets include - familiar with painting large flat surfaces – inc. aluminum / stainless steel / steel / fiberglass and plastics materials. Experience with modern HVLP equipment and Pneumatic Sanding tools.

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Resident

This position works predominately on-site

Rate of Pay

Wage: $55.09

The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.

How To Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to https://www.translink.ca/About-Us/Careers.aspx to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: April 10, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Coast Mountain Bus Company is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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