Industrial Painter

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive is seeking a Body Shop Paint Tech II to join its Field Maintenance Team. The role involves applying automotive refinishing materials and performing minor repairs, with a focus on safety and compliance. Ideal candidates possess experience in the automotive industry and relevant certifications. Competitive benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE

401(k) matching after 90 days

Paid Time Off (up to 200 hours)

Tuition Assistance

Employee discounts

Technical training provided

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in related field or equivalent.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Experience as Paint technician in automotive or truck industry (minimum 2 years).

Responsibilities

• Applies automotive refinish materials using spray-painting equipment.
• Conducts safety checks on shop equipment.
• Performs minor adjustments and body repairs.

Skills

Knowledge of paint systems

Physical stamina

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED with 3 years of experience

ASE B2 certification (Painting and Refinishing)

Tools

HVLP spray equipment

Job description

Fleet Services By Cox Automotive keeps your fleet moving.
Headquartered in Indianapolis, Fleet Services by Cox Automotive (FCSA) has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country.
FCSA is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. FCSA also services customers utilizing its 20+ nationwide service centers; each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center and provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.
FCSA is currently hiring a Body Shop Paint Tech II to join our Field Maintenance Team to support the future growth of the Company. This is an on-site role and we do not provide emergency road services. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you Shop Paint Technician II will be responsible for applying properly mixed and dispensed automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies, using spray-painting equipment, power tools, and other duties as assigned such as minor body repairs. The Shop Paint Technician II can perform more advanced refinishing procedures under the supervision of a Sr Shop Paint Technician or higher. The Shop Paint Technician II assists Sr Shop Paint Technician or higher with formulating paint mixes, refinishing, and continues to learn additional advanced refinishing skills. A successful Shop Paint Technician II complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

Primary Duties/Key Responsibilities
• Follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
• Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Perform basic repairs including caulking/sealing and other duties as assigned such as removing decals, sanding/grinding in a Shop environment.
• Use hand tools, spray-painting equipment, power tools, lifts and jacks.
• Accurately complete all forms of documentation including basic job descriptions on Repair Order and daily worked hours on Karmak application in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be working towards achieving most Standard Repair Times.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Conduct safety checks on shop equipment such as ladder and scaffolding inspection.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Apply ready-to-spray automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Inspect condition of panels to be painted for any noticeable defects in repair, prepping or masking; refer any issues discovered to supervisor.
• Assure paint area (i.e., booth, prep station, etc.) and paint mix/storage rooms are clean, and all refinished products are stored as directed.
• Ensure area to be used for application is properly vented
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform minor adjustments and body repairs on various types of truck and trailer equipment.
• Apply, mix, and dispense automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Inspect the condition of panels to be painted for any subtle defects in repair, prepping or masking; refer any issues discovered to supervisor.
• Work with a high degree of independence.
• Clean and maintain all paint formulation and spray application equipment and maintain paint and storage areas
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Work with Shop Manager to assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Support Shop Paint Technician I in obtaining correct materials for each job.
• Ensure adequate supply of refinished products to meet production requirements
• Ensure completion and assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment within the shop.
• Apply refinish coatings, using only approved High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) spray equipment set at recommended pressure.
• Apply automotive refinish coatings in designated, properly vented application area as directed by management.

Education/Qualifications
• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate
• could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS
• diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Participate in and complete all-in company required training
• This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration may be submitted in leu of a DOT physical. If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required.
• Due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years or older.
• Safe drivers needed and 3 YR MVR review required; Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver’s license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File
• Valid Annual Respirator Fit Test documentation*
• Valid HAPS Paint Training Certification*
• ASE B2 (Painting and Refinishing) certification

Experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Paint technician in automotive or truck industry or technical school education or equivalent combination of education/skill/experiences.

Skills/Abilities
• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed for repairs.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work
• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to accurately judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or the distance between an object and the observer.
• Knowledge of various paint equipment and paint systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner. Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups

Why Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services?
· Safety Boots & Safety Glasses reimbursement
· Uniforms provided with laundry service where available
· Technical training provided to advance your career
· Dedicated career path – ‘Over 50% of our front-line managers are promoted from within’.

Benefits:
· Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE of employment.
· 401(k) matching starts after 90 days, 100% match up to 6% contribution and an additional 2% discretionary contribution by the company.
· Accrue up to 200 hours (5-weeks) of Paid Time Off based on your tenure with the company.
· Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
· Adoption/Surrogacy assistance
· Pet Insurance
· Multiple ERG, diversity groups, and company paid volunteer hours.
· Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives and much more.