Automotive Paint Prep & Bodywork Specialist

RIDE Coach and Bus; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RIDE Coach and Bus in California is seeking a skilled automotive painter to prepare metal surfaces and apply coatings to transit vehicles. The role requires painting on automotive equipment and related tasks within a demanding shop environment.

Responsibilities include bodywork, disassembly/reassembly, dent repair, finishing, and precision measurements. Candidates should read blueprints and follow engineering instructions, with several years of painting experience in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; one year of related experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience painting in automotive industry.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow engineering instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prep units for paint: sanding, blocking, applying putty and visual.
• Bodywork: fills, blocking, bodyline creation/movement.
• Disassemble and reassemble body components.
• Dent repair using filler.
• Metal finish and metal manipulation.
• Rub and polish exterior of transit.
• Measure body lines with a metric measuring tool.
• Understand and follow work instructions.
• Read plans and apply putty, paint and materials.
• Troubleshoot defects, materials, and techniques as needed.

Skills

Team environment

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Automotive painting experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

RIDE Coach and Bus in California is seeking a skilled automotive painter to prepare metal surfaces and apply coatings to transit vehicles. The role requires painting on automotive equipment and related tasks within a demanding shop environment.

Responsibilities include bodywork, disassembly/reassembly, dent repair, finishing, and precision measurements. Candidates should read blueprints and follow engineering instructions, with several years of painting experience in the automotive industry.