Painter - 2nd Shift

Daimler Truck; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 54,346,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid vacation (up to 5 weeks)

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health and wellness

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Gaffney, SC is seeking an experienced painter and body refinisher to repair damage, blend finishes, and apply top coat finishes in line with FCCC specs. The role includes on-site vehicle repair work and requires forklift certification.

Applicants should have 3–5 years of paint/refinishing experience and a high school diploma; an Associate's degree in Auto Body Tech is preferred. On-site, full-time position with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
• 3-5 years of experience in paint and body refinishing.
• Must be able to pass a painter physical and have the ability to be forklift certified.
• Associate's degree in Auto Body Tech is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair damage, imperfections, and blemishes to painted surfaces and provide top coat finishes in accordance with current automotive standards in FCCC paint specs.
• When not performing paint operations, assist in the repair of vehicles in offline and rolltest.
• Must have knowledge of body refinishing equipment and use of tools for panel repair, sanding, and finishing.

Skills

Paint & body refinishing

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Auto Body Tech

Job description

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What you Drive at DTNA

Repair damage, imperfections, and blemishes to painted surfaces and provide top coat finishes in accordance with current automotive standards in FCCC paint specs.

When not performing paint operations, positions will be responsible for assisting in the repair of vehicles in offline and rolltest.

A thorough knowledge of the use of body refinishing equipment including various tools used for panel repair, sanding, and finishing is required.

Must have the ability to mix, blend, and apply straight enamels and lacquers as well as activated urethane finishes.

Reports to Offline Supervisor or Department Manager

Knowledge You Should Bring

High school diploma (or equivalent) required.

3-5 years of experience in paint and body refinishing.

Must be able to pass a painter physical and have the ability to be forklift certified.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Associate's degree in Auto Body Tech is preferred.

We Take Care of Our Team

Benefits include 401k with company match, full coverage benefit plan options, paid vacation (up to 5 weeks), paid sick/PTO, 16 calendar holidays, local wellness center, employee assistance program, comprehensive health and wellness programs, and tuition assistance. Assembler position offers a starting salary of $26.25/hr. up to top pay of $39.75/hr. *Additional $2.00 shift differential for off-shifts.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Gaffney, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

As the world's first commercial vehicle manufacturer, we're leading the charge through technological innovation.

Daimler Truck North America, headquartered in Portland, is the leading manufacturer of heavy-duty trucks and a key player in the medium-duty and specialized vehicle market.

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Manufacturing

Company size 10,001+ employees

Company type Public company Founded 1942

Momentum

Team growth

Momentum

Team growth

1% in 12 mo

6,505 employees on LinkedIn

Footprint

Where they work

4555 N Channel Avenue, Portland, OR 97217, US 2477 Deerfield Rd., Ft. Mill, SC 29715-6942, US 1408 Courtesy Road, High Point, NC 27260, US 2477 Deerfield Rd., Ft. Mill, SC 29715-6942, US

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Location Gaffney, South Carolina, United States