Senior Painter - Touch Up Paint

Daimler-Truck-North-America-; Mount Holly (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Mount Holly, NC is seeking a Senior Painter (Touch-Up Paint) to ensure trucks leave the line with a flawless finish. The role requires precision, pride in craftsmanship, and a strong eye for detail as you apply topcoat and clear coats and work in paint booths and related areas.

You'll rotate painting different cab parts, wear appropriate PPE, and collaborate in a team to meet cycle times and quality standards while complying with safety procedures and disposal

Qualifications

• Must pass paint physical.
• Must pass respiratory physical.
• Able to apply Topcoat and Clear coat to all parts of truck and meet corporate quality appearance criteria.
• Able to climb ladders to paint roofs of cabs.
• Able to work in Team Environment.
• Able to rotate painting different parts of cabs.
• Must wear fresh air hood and suit when applying topcoat or working in paint booths.
• Must follow all safety related procedures when disposing of waste and hazardous material.
• Able to use required hand tools and paint equipment.
• Able to use supplied power tools in assigned task assembly.
• Able to key production processes at required pace.
• Complete spot repairs.
• Prep for Paint, blend and clear within cycle time.
• Repair dents, work with Bondo and tiger hair, able to feather out sanded bodywork in cycle time.
• Tear down and build up painted parts without damage.

Responsibilities

• Complete spot repairs
• Prep for Paint, blend and clear within cycle time
• Repair dents, work with Bondo and tiger hair, able to feather out sanded bodywork in cycle time
• Panel paint within cycle time
• Tear down and build up painted parts without damage

Skills

Pass paint physical

Pass respiratory physical

Team environment

Rotate painting parts of cabs

Wear fresh air hood & suit

Use hand tools & paint equipment

Use power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Paint equipment

Power tools

Bondo & tiger hair

Job description

remote typeOnsitelocationsMount Holly, NC UStime typeFull timeposted onPosted Yesterdaytime left to applyEnd Date: September 25, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition idDT-19439Inside the RoleAs a Senior Painter (Touch-Up Paint) at the Mount Holly Truck Plant, you'll play a key role in ensuring every truck leaves the production line looking its absolute best. The ideal candidate takes pride in craftsmanship, has a keen eye for detail, and enjoys delivering a polished final product. If you believe the little details make a big difference, this is the role for you.Posting InformationWe 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 TeamRequirements:Must be able to pass paint physical.Must pass respiratory physical.Must be able to completely apply Topcoat and Clear coat to all parts of truck and meet corporate quality appearance criteria.Must be able to climb ladders without restrictions to pain roofs of cabs.Must be able to work in Team EnvironmentMust be able to rotate in painting different parts of cabs.Must be able to always wear fresh air hood and suit when applying topcoat or working in paint booths.Must follow all safety related procedures when disposing of waste and hazardous material.Must be able to use required hand tools and paint equipment.Must be able to use supplied power tools in assigned task assembly.Must be able to key production processes at required pace.Complete spot repairsPrep for Paint, blend and clear within cycle timeRepair dents, work with Bondo and tiger hair, able to feather out sanded bodywork in cycle time.Panel paint within cycle timeTear down and build up painted parts without damage.Must attach a resumeThis list is not all inclusive of all the job responsibilities.Where We WorkThis position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-Mount Holly, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:OnsiteAt 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 InformationThis position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holdersApplicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of applicationFinal candidate must successfully complete a criminal background checkFinal candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screenContractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positionsEEO - Disabled/VeteransDaimler 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.