Body Shop Technician

Western Express; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Western Express is seeking a paint preparation and refinishing technician to join our team. The role involves surface prep, priming, painting, and component replacement for trucks in a shop environment. You will use company tools and follow safety procedures to ensure quality finishes.

Pay is structured by experience: Level 1 $21–$23/hour, Level 2 $24–$26/hour, Level 3 $27–$29/hour, with benefits and paid time off. Must pass pre-employment drug screening and have reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a truck body shop or automotive painting preferred.
• Familiar with OSHA, DOT, CSA safety standards.
• Reliable transportation and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trucks for painting by sanding, masking, cleaning, and surface preparation.
• Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Sand and prepare truck surfaces for body repairs, refinishing, and paint application.
• Remove, repair, and replace truck components as needed.
• Operate company-provided tools, machinery, and equipment, maintaining safety procedures.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a family-oriented culture. Western Express HQ is in Nashville, TN. All outside terminals, located all over the country, have a small town, tight knit family atmosphere. Whether you are in Nashville or at one of our outlying locations, you are treated like family!

Job Responsibilities:

Paint Preparation and Application:

• Prepare trucks for painting by sanding, masking, cleaning, and completing all necessary surface preparation.
• Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings to achieve a professional, high-quality finish that meets company standards.

Sanding and Surface Preparation:

• Sand and prepare truck surfaces for body repairs, refinishing, and paint application.
• Ensure surfaces are properly prepared to promote paint adhesion and achieve optimal repair and finishing results.

Parts Removal and Replacement:

• Remove, repair, and replace truck components as needed, including minor and major parts.
• Ensure all replacement components meet applicable quality, safety, and performance standards.

Tools and Equipment:

• Supply and maintain personal hand tools necessary to perform assigned job duties.
• Operate company-provided specialty tools, machinery, and equipment as required.
• Use, maintain, and store all tools and equipment properly in accordance with established safety procedures.

Qualifications:

Transportation and Work Ethic:

• Must have reliable transportation.
• Demonstrate dependability, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with company policy.

Experience and Industry Knowledge:

• Previous experience in a truck body shop, collision repair facility, or automotive painting and refinishing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, DOT, and CSA regulations and safety standards highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

Work Requirements:

Work Environment and Safety:

• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and within a shop environment.
• Ability to perform assigned duties safely while adhering to company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.

Compensation:

Pay Is Based On Experience, Skill Level, And Qualifications.

• Level 1: $21-$23 per hour
• Level 2: $24-$26 per hour
• Level 3: $27-$29 per hour

Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.