Journeyman Painter: Auto Refinishing Expert & Career Growth

BMW of Asheville; Glenview (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Paid Basic Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Personal Time Off

Paid Training

Employee vehicle purchase plans

Health and wellness

Saturday Lunches

Discounts on products and services

Sundays off

Job summary

Fields Collision Center Glenview is seeking an experienced Journeyman Painter to join our team. You will prepare surfaces, apply paints and coatings, and complete interior and exterior painting projects to a high standard of quality.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of surface preparation, painting techniques, and safety procedures, and can work independently while maintaining productivity and attention to detail. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a professional painter; journeyman-level experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation, painting techniques, and coating applications.
• Ability to work with brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and other painting tools.
• Knowledge of different types of paints, primers, stains, sealants, and coatings.
• Follow safety policies and procedures, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, scraping, caulking, patching, and priming.
• Apply paint, stain, varnish, sealants, and other coatings using brushes, rollers, sprayers, and other equipment.
• Mix and match paints and coatings to achieve required colors and finishes.
• Inspect completed work for proper coverage, consistency, and quality.
• Repair cracks, holes, dents, and surface imperfections before painting.
• Protect floors, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and surrounding areas from paint and overspray.
• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain painting equipment and tools.
• Follow work orders, specifications, and product instructions.
• Identify and report surface conditions or issues affecting finish quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Follow OSHA safety policies and proper handling procedures for paints and solvents.
• Work independently or with other trades to complete projects on schedule.
• Assist apprentices and less-experienced painters with proper techniques and safe practices.

Skills

Painting techniques

Surface preparation

Tool usage

Quality workmanship

Driver's license

Education

Trade certification

Tools

Brushes

Rollers

Sprayers

Caulking tools

Sandpaper

Job description

Fields Collision Center Glenview is seeking an experienced Journeyman Painter to join our team. You will prepare surfaces, apply paints and coatings, and complete interior and exterior painting projects to a high standard of quality.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of surface preparation, painting techniques, and safety procedures, and can work independently while maintaining productivity and attention to detail. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.