Longo Collision Center Refinish Apprentice Technician

Penske Motor Group LLC; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading collision center as a Refinish Apprentice Technician! This entry-level role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow in the automotive industry while working alongside experienced professionals. You will be responsible for assisting in the refinishing of vehicles, ensuring quality standards are met, and gaining valuable skills that can lead to advancement. With a commitment to exceptional guest service and a supportive work environment, this is the perfect place to start your career in automotive refinishing. Enjoy competitive pay, weekly compensation, and a range of benefits that support your growth and well-being.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

401k with company match

Vacation accrual

Vision, dental, and medical benefits

Team member referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Corporate partner discounts

Development and growth opportunities

Free Employee Parking

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with a chance to learn about collision centers.
• Knowledge of machines and tools related to vehicle replenishing.

Responsibilities

• Assist Refinish Technician in vehicle refinishing processes.
• Inspect vehicles and mix paints to match color specifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to operate manual transmission

Mathematical principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Body shop equipment

Job description

Overview

The Collision Center Refinish Apprentice Technician is responsible for refinishing damaged body parts in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications. This is an entry-level position with a chance to learn about collision centers in the automotive industry! At Longo, the opportunities are endless, and can promote from within into roles such as a Polish Technician, Painter, Detailer, and many more. We are searching for men and women who share our passion for delivering exceptional guest service and who will contribute to our ranking as the #1 Toyota Dealership in the World. Come join our team!

The Refinish Apprentice Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of $17.50.

*This position is 100% on site at Longo Toyota in El Monte, CA.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?:

• Weekly Pay - get paid every Friday.
• 401k with a generous Company match
• Vacation (accruals earned on Full Time or Part Time status)
• Vision, dental, and medical care benefits available to any full-time team member
• Team member referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts with Corporate Partners like GE, Dell, Oakley, Yeti, Ray Ban, and many more….
• Development and growth opportunities
• Free Employee Parking
• On-site gym, free of charge to team members

Responsibilities

• Works alongside an assigned Refinish Technician to learn how to refinish vehicles.
• Inspects vehicles that enter the paint shop to ensure it has passed all previous inspections and standards.
• Under the direction of the Refinish Technician, mixes paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors.
• Assists the Refinish Technician in preparing vehicles for paint, by filling small dents and scratches with body fillers to smooth surfaces.
• Applies primer over any repairs made to vehicle surfaces.
• Buffs and wax the finished paintwork.
• Assists the Refinish Technician in laying-out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, and patterns.
• Achieves production objectives set by Management.
• Maintains and wears all safety and protective equipment, including respirator.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous material.
• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Assists in all other areas of the CRC, as needed.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
• Maintains a high level of grooming, hygiene, and uniform appearance.
• Maintains high ethical standards in all actions.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience replenishing vehicles, preferred.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance related to vehicle replenishing; federal, state, and local regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardous waste; and mathematical principles (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and percentages) and application.
• Ability to operate manual transmission; pay attention to detail; determine cause of operating errors on a range of makes and models and decide what to do about it; determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do the job; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; and read and comprehend instructions and information in the English language.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will need to:

• Match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
• Frequently bend, stretch, twist, or reach with their body, arms, and/or legs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including low and high temperatures, precipitation and wind, noisy environments, and small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Adjusting, moving, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Operating motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Penske Motor Group

At Longo, our pledge is to take care of our guests. You would be among a professional team that is committed to providing the highest levels of personal attention to our guests and our Team Members. Our Toyota & Lexus factory-certified collision center in an 80,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility featuring the most advanced technology and equipment. We work with all insurance companies and we repair all makes and models. As a part of the world's #1 dealership since 1967, you would be surrounded by only the best.

We are looking for the best and brightest to join our team!

Are you eager, well-rounded, and ambitious?

Do you value exceptional guest service?

Are you ready for the new adventure in your career?

Then apply with us today!

We firmly believe in transparency with everything we do, and we believe in being a TEAM, which are probably the top reasons that our average Team Member has been with Longo for more than 9 years.