Journeyman Body Shop Technician / Painter

Papé Group; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Papé Group is seeking a Journeyman Body Shop Technician / Painter for their Sacramento location. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience with diesel trucks, demonstrate self-motivation, and have the ability to work independently. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans)

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs

Progressive Vacation Plans

Advancement Opportunities

Training and mentoring

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience performing repairs on diesel trucks.
• Axalta certification is a plus.
• Having your own tools is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform body work on medium and heavy-duty trucks.
• Conduct pre/post repair washes, replace parts, and perform minor repairs.
• Handle all facets of the painting process including finish matching and blending.

Skills

Self-motivation

Ability to work independently

Understanding of federal and state regulations

Experience with diesel trucks

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PAPE’ KENWORTH – SACRAMENTO, CA

JOURNEYMAN BODY SHOP TECHNICIAN / PAINTER:

Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not just another job, but a career? Pape’ Kenworth, the premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Journeyman Level Body Shop Technician / Painter to join their team in Sacramento.

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PAPE’ KENWORTH – SACRAMENTO, CA

JOURNEYMAN BODY SHOP TECHNICIAN / PAINTER:

Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not just another job, but a career? Pape’ Kenworth, the premier medium and heavy-duty truck and equipment dealer in the West, is seeking a Journeyman Level Body Shop Technician / Painter to join their team in Sacramento.

At Pape’, you can count on us to invest heavily in your Technician career through training, resources, and support. We want to see you grow your skill set and experience, and in turn, provide excellent compensation, work-life balance, and benefits for you and your family. Come join our team!

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As a Journeyman Body Shop Technician / Painter, you will perform body work on medium and heavy-duty class 6- 8 trucks, including performing pre/post repair washes, bodywork, replacement of parts, installs on new trucks, and other minor repairs as assigned as well as all facets of the painting process including finish matching, painting, mixing, tinting and blending. Being a journeyman, we will count on you when a tough job needs to get done. Every day, picture yourself working alongside other trained Technicians in a body shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work on heavy trucks.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• 5 or more years of experience performing repairs on all makes and models of diesel trucks.
• Self-motivation and
• Ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Must understand and comply with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, and OSHA Right-to-Know.
• Axalta certification is a plus!
• Having your own tools is a plus, but not required.
  
  

Compensation: $40-47/hr (Depending on Experience)

Why work for Pape’:

• Competitive pay based on your skills, training, and experience level.
• Outstanding benefits including – 401(k) & Roth 401(k) Retirement Plans with Company Match; Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (Flex Plans); Life Insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Online and Instructor-Led Training; Tuition Reimbursement for Training Programs.
• Progressive Vacation Plans, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays – Members receive 80 hours of vacation (First year is prorated for new hires based on start date), 40 hours of Sick Leave, and 7 paid holidays each year. Papé vacation plans also have tiers based on your seniority, so as your seniority grows, your vacation time off does as well.
• Advancement– Pape’ is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization with a focus on promoting from within.
• Stability and reputation — Pape’ is a family-owned, fourth-generation company with over 160 locations, over 4,500 members and 85 plus years of experience. Pape’ is known for their stability, honesty and integrity.
• Equipment– We have the largest equipment inventory in the West and an unparalleled parts inventory!
• Employee impact– Enjoy an open-door policy where your voice will be heard and your opinions will matter.
• Training– You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills.
  
  

The Pape’ Group maintains a drug-free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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