Prep & Paint Tech

Chance Rides, LLC; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Chance Rides, LLC is seeking a Prep & Paint Tech to join our team in Wichita, KS. You will be responsible for painting steel and fiberglass parts, performing bodywork, and preparing surfaces to ensure a high-quality finish that aligns with our world-class attractions.

The role emphasizes precision, craftsmanship, and contributing to rides that bring joy and memories to families. A safe, clean, and organized work environment is expected daily.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant bodywork, painting, and paint preparation.

Responsibilities

• Paint steel and fiberglass parts of various shapes and sizes.
• Perform bodywork duties, including prepping fiberglass and metal parts by filling, sanding, and smoothing surfaces.
• Accurately mix paints, primers, and related materials according specifications.
• Operate forklift and paint line equipment as needed.
• Assemble, operate, maintain, and clean spray painting equipment.
• Ensure proper paint thickness and a high-quality finish.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Paint prep

Job description

Ever walked through an amusement park and thought,*Someone built that and I wish it were me*? At**Chance Rides**, weve been creating world-class attractionscoasters, trains, trams, carousels, observation wheels, and morefor over 60 years. Our work isnt just metal and fiberglass. Itsjoy,motion,andmemoriesbrought to life for millions of riders around the world. Now is your time to help craft the surfaces, shapes, and details that make our rides iconic. Were looking for a**Prep & Paint Tech**who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and contributing to experiences that last a lifetime.

Job Duties Include (but Not Limited To)

• Paint steel and fiberglass parts of various shapes and sizes.
• Perform bodywork duties, including prepping fiberglass and metal parts by filling, sanding, and smoothing surfaces.
• Accurately mix paints, primers, and related materials according specifications.
• Operate forklift and paint line equipment as needed.
• Assemble, operate, maintain, and clean spray painting equipment.
• Ensure proper paint thickness and a high-quality finish.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Minimum Skills/Requirements

• 1 year of relevant bodywork, painting, and paint preparation

Experience Or Equivalent Training Preferred.

• Ability to achieve consistent paint thickness and finish quality.
• Prior experience with proportioning units and color mixing.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines, follow verbal and written instructions, and work independently.
• High attention to detail with thorough inspection of finished work.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, respirator physical and fit test, drug screen, and background check.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, bending, and lifting to 40 lbs.

Chance Rides Offers

• Competitive hourly wage of $22$26/hr. (based on relevant experience and skill set)
• 90-day and annual performance/compensation reviews
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability Plans
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Perfect Attendance Awards Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid personal time, vacation, and holidays
• Job Type:Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Build the surfaces. Build the rides. Build the joy. This isnt just a job, its your chance to craft rides that families will treasure for generations.

*Chance Rides, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer*