Auto Body Painter

Jimshorkeykiawexford; Jeannette (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading collision facility in Jeannette is seeking experienced auto body paint technicians to join their growing team. Responsibilities include preparing vehicles for painting, operating paint machines, and ensuring high-quality finishes. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Paid Vacations

Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Leave

401k + Company Match

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Paid Company Uniforms

Work Life Balance

Yearly Recognition Program

Employee Discount on products and services

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of auto body paint experience required.
• Ability to pass drug screening and background check.
• Current driver's license with a clean MVR.

Responsibilities

• Calculating cost estimates and preparing vehicles for painting.
• Maintaining a clean work environment and equipment.
• Painting vehicles with high efficiency and quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Quality of work

Education

Vocational/technical school training

ASE, I-CAR or BASF certification

Tools

Painting robots

Power buffers

Spray machines

Chemical baths

Vehicle lifts

Blow torches

Arc welders

Job description

Description

We have opened a new collision facility in Jeannette and are looking to add a few experienced auto body paint technicians to our rapidly growing team.

What you will be doing:

• Calculating cost estimates.
• Setting up and operating paint and coating machines.
• Assessing and analyzing the damaged areas to prep for painting.
• Preparing the correct color tint to match proper paint color.
• Painting the vehicles with a high level of efficiency and quality.
• Sanding, priming, and prepping surface areas.
• Maintaining controlled temperature and humidity for drying.
• Measuring paint thickness and even application.
• Restoring coating and seam sealers.
• Establishes a finished product which adheres to factory and dealership procedures when performing warranty work.
• Maintaining work area in a clean and orderly manner, which would include the cleaning equipment, tools, and work area to company standards.

What we offer:

• Veteran management team to help guide and influences trainees towards top potential earnings.
• Yearly Recognition Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Leave
• Employee Discount on all products, parts, and services
• 401k + Company Match
• Comprehensive and Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with low cost to you.
• Paid Company Uniforms
• Work Life Balance
• Plus, much more!

Requirements

• 2+ years of auto body paint experience.
• Vocational/technical school training with ASE, I-CAR or BASF (waterborne) certification a plus, but not required.
• Current driver’s license with a clean MVR with no tickets or suspensions.
• Ability to pass a drug screening and a background check with no felonies/misdemeanors.
• Ability to work with a variety of tools including blow torches, vehicle lifts, chemical baths, power buffers, spray machines, arc welders, and painting robots.
• Pay close attention to detail and quality of work performed.
• Be organized and maintain a clean work environment.
• Be able to work successfully in a team environment.
• Can easily learn and apply new concepts.
• Maintain the ability and the desire to work in a fast-paced environment.