Painter

Mickey Truck Bodies, Inc.; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly productivity bonus

Paid vacation time

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Wellness plan with incentives

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Disability insurance (short & long)

Life insurance with AD&D

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Mickey Truck Bodies in Freehold, NJ is seeking an experienced Autobody Painter to join the Reconditioning Team. The role focuses on preparing, priming, and painting truck bodies and trailers to meet quality standards.

You will work Monday–Friday 7:30 am to 4 pm, with competitive bi-weekly pay of $30–$35 per hour plus productivity bonuses, and you will have access to benefits such as medical and 401(k). Strong attention to detail, ability to work with HVLP spray equipment, and the capacity to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of autobody or industrial painting experience.
• Strong knowledge of paint prep, application techniques, and materials.
• Experience with HVLP spray equipment.
• Ability to recognize and correct finish defects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces through sanding, masking, cleaning, and priming.
• Mix and match paint colors for accurate finish results.
• Apply paint coatings using spray guns (HVLP).
• Inspect and correct defects such as sags, runs, or thin spots.
• Follow safety, environmental, and material-handling procedures.
• Maintain spray guns, paint booths, and equipment.
• Record paint usage, color codes, and job details.
• Meet production timelines with production teams.

Skills

Paint prep

Application techniques

Color matching

Team leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVLP spray equipment

Job description

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Painter

Full Time Freehold, NJ, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1523

Salary Range: $30.00 To $35.00 Hourly

AUTOBODY PAINTER

Mickey Truck Bodies – FREEHOLD NJ
Full-Time | Monday–Friday 7:30 am to 4 pm

Pay

Competitive Bi-Weekly Pay $30-$35 per hour based on experience
Plus Bi-Weekly Productivity & Performance Bonus

Mickey Truck Bodies is seeking an EXPERIENCED and skilled Autobody Painter with team leading potential to join our Reconditioning Team. This position plays a key role in delivering the high-quality truck bodies and trailers our customers expect. If you take pride in producing top-tier paint finishes and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!

Mickey Truck Bodies is a premier manufacturer of state-of-the-art bodies and trailers, and specially engineered vehicles sold in over 50 countries around the world. The innovative product line-up is prevalent in industries such as food & beverage, vending, propane, rental trucks, emergency & rescue, battery, oil & natural gas, and data storage.

About the Role

The Autobody Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, and painting truck bodies, trailers, and components according to company quality and safety standards. You will ensure all finished surfaces meet durability, appearance, and performance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces through sanding, masking, cleaning, and priming

Mix and match paint colors for accurate finish results

Apply paint coatings using spray guns (HVLP)

Inspect and correct defects such as sags, runs, or thin spots

Follow all safety, environmental, and material-handling procedures

Maintain spray guns, paint booths, and equipment

Apply undercoats, sealers, and topcoats to various surfaces (metal, fiberglass, composites)

Work with production teams to meet job timelines

Record paint usage, color codes, and job details

Perform touch-ups and final finish repairs

Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of autobody or industrial painting experience

Strong knowledge of paint prep, application techniques, and materials

Experience with HVLP spray equipment

Ability to recognize and correct finish defects

Preferred

Experience painting truck bodies or trailers

Technical/vocational training in paint application

Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship

Strong color-matching ability

Understanding of OSHA/EPA safety practices

Ability to work independently and on a team

Dependable, punctual, and organized

• Manufacturing/shop environment
• Paint booth and shop setting
• Exposure to noise, metal dust, insulation materials, fumes, and moving machinery
• Required use of PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, gloves, and protective clothing
• Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands and arms.
• Must be able to communicate clearly
• Ability to bend, reach, and work around machinery
• Comfortable working in a noisy manufacturing environment
• Bi-Weekly Productivity and Performance Bonus
• Paid Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (employee cost share)
• Wellness Plan with Incentives
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance with AD&D
• 401(k) with Company Match

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mickey Truck Bodies and Subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.