Paint Assistant 2nd Shift

New Flyer; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate benefits

13 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Ongoing training

Career advancement

Support in zero-emission transit goals

Job summary

New Flyer in Minnesota is seeking personnel for the cleaning, preparation, priming, and painting of coaches. You will operate sanding, grinding and buffering equipment to achieve high-quality finishes on New Flyer of America products.

Internal candidates only. This role emphasizes safety with PPE, proper surface preparation, and coordination with Painters to uphold stringent paint standards. Training and advancement opportunities are available as part of a growing zero-emission transit leader.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and parts for painting
• Mask vehicles to protect from overspray
• Develop knowledge and skill to perform surface preparation for priming and painting
• Operate sanding, grinding and buffering equipment to achieve quality finishes
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Collaborate with Painters to ensure high-quality paint finishes

Skills

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Respirator use

Lifting abilities

Tools

Sanders

Grinders

Buffers

Paper machines

Job description

This position will develop the skills needed for the cleaning and preparation of coaches for paint applications, primers and top coatings, operate the equipment needed (sanders, grinders, buffers, paper machines, etc.) to produce the highest quality paint finishes on New Flyer of America products.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow all safety guidelines and practices and always wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Prepare vehicles and parts for painting using proper techniques, equipment and materials
• Develop knowledge and skill to prepare different surfaces for priming and painting
• Develop knowledge of equipment and the skill to use it for surface preparation
• Become acquainted with materials needed and the skill to use for surface preparation
• Prep and mask vehicles to protect from overspray
• Work closely with Painters to develop a complete understanding of quality paint standards to help ensure that the paint finishes produced by the paint department are of the highest quality possible
• Develop knowledge and skill to perform touch-up painted surfaces along with buffing paint finishes
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment

Physical Activity/Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks
• Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach
• Must be able to climb up and down ladders
• Must have manual dexterity in order to perform essential functions
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination
• Must be able to wear ½ or full-face respirator up to eight (8) hours per day

Benefits

• Starting wage of $25.24 per hour + $1.75 shift differential per union contract
• Immediate benefit eligibility
• 13 paid holidays plus vacation time
• 401(k) program with generous company match
• Ongoing training in a continuous learning environment
• Advancement opportunities with a growing leader in zero-emission transit
• Be part of a team leading the electrification of mass mobility

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. Learn more at newflyer.com, nfigroup.com, and YouTube - We Move People.