Sr Body Shop Painter

Cox Enterprises, Inc.; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Safety boots & safety glasses provided

Uniforms provided with laundry service

Take the service truck home daily

Tablet & company cellphone provided

Technical training provided

Job summary

Cox Fleet Services is seeking a Sr Shop Paint Tech II to join the Field Maintenance Team. This is an on-site position at Cox locations, with responsibilities for Formulating, mixing, and applying automotive refinish materials to vehicles and sub-assemblies using spray equipment.

Responsibilities include advanced refinishing procedures, color matching, troubleshooting, and coordinating with Shop Manager. Prior experience as a Paint Technician and ASE certifications are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years’ related experience; or alternative combinations with 3–7 years in field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required duties.
• ASE B2 (Painting and Refinishing), ASE B3 (Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair), ASE B5 (Mechanical and Electrical)
• ASE T8 (PMI) within 18 months and/or ASE certifications related to painting/refinishing

Responsibilities

• Perform adjustments and intermediate repairs on various trucks and trailers.
• Inspect for damage and blemishes pre- and post-work.
• Prep for painting and apply coatings using spray equipment.
• Welding and fabrication tasks as needed.
• Color matching and refinishing to meet color and texture specs.
• Assist junior technicians with refinish troubleshooting and preparation.

Skills

Paint equipment knowledge

Color matching

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED

ASE certifications (B2, B3, B5)

ASE T8 (PMI) within 18 months

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Sr Body Shop Painter

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $29.09 - $43.61/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Fleetkeeps your fleet moving.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country.

Cox Fleetis the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers.Cox Fleetalso services customersutilizingits 20+ nationwide service centers; each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 in-housecall-centerand provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.

Cox Fleetis currently hiring a Shop Paint Tech II to join our Field Maintenance Team to supportfuturegrowth of the Company. This is an on-siteroleand we do not provide emergency road services. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you!Sr Shop Paint Technician willbe responsible forformulating, mixing, and applying properly mixed and dispensed automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies, using spray-painting equipment, power tools, and other duties as assigned such as minor body repairs.The Sr Shop Paint Technician can perform more advanced refinishing procedures such as multi-stage systems, two tone, and stripes. The Sr Shop Paint TechnicianassistsShop Paint Technician I and II with refinishing and continues to learnadditionaladvanced refinishing skills.Heavily reliedupon fortroubleshooting including color match and paint imperfections.A successful Sr Shop Paint Techniciancomplies withall company policies and achieveshigh levelperformance metrics.

Primary Duties/Key Responsibilities

• Perform adjustments and intermediaterepairvarious typesof truck and trailer equipment.
• Inspection for damage and blemishes pre and post work.
• Prep for paining.
• Welding & fabrication.
• Glass care.
• Seal work.
• Door repair.
• Identifyproblems,determineaccuracy and relevance of information,usingsound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist Shop Paint Technician I & II with refinish troubleshooting.
• Perform advanced refinish troubleshooting and triage of complicated refinishing by Shop Paint Technicians I & II.
• Formulate and apply mixed and dispensed automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assembliesin accordance withapplicable standards and procedures.
• Mix only the amount of refinish products (primer, base and clear)requiredto cover repair/refinish area and limit waste, using paint suppliers “mix-management system”.
• Update all paint supplier color, technical data and MSDS material as received.
• Painting (color matching, mixing, clear coats)
• Assure all refinish products are properly formulated to meet color match and finish texture expectations,utilizingall tools and techniques provided by paintsupplierstechnical support system (i.e., TDS, color match system, etc.).
• Inspect refinish products to be used for proper formulation to meet color match and finish texture standards
• Maintaina high levelof productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform minor adjustments and body repairs onvarious typesof truck and trailer equipment.
• Apply, mix, and dispense automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assembliesin accordance withapplicable standards and procedures.
• Inspectthe conditionof panels to be painted for any subtle defects in repair, prepping or masking;referany issues discovered to supervisor.
• Workwith a high degree of independence.
• Clean andmaintainall paint formulation and spray application equipment andmaintainpaint and storage areas
• Identifyproblems,determineaccuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Work withShopManager to assess customer needs,provideinformation orassistance,resolvingtheir problems, orsatisfyingtheir expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Support Shop PaintTechnician Iin obtaining correct materials for each job.
• Ensure adequate supply ofrefinishedproducts to meet production requirements

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as anyleveldegree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years’ experience; or 7 years’ experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• ASE B2 (Painting and Refinishing) certification
• ASE B3 (Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair) certification
• ASE B5 (Mechanical and Electrical) certification

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of experience asPaintTechnician on medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair or equivalent combination of technical education/certifications/skill/experiences.
• Associate’s Degree, BA/BS or Technical certification + up to2 yearexperience
• 5 years of equivalent experience in a similar capacity Technician role.

Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of various paint equipment and paint systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner.Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
• Use logic and reasoning toidentifythe strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Understand the implications ofnew informationfor both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Why Fleet ServicesByCox Automotive?

• Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility
• Safe driving & tech efficiency bonuses
• Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement
• Extreme weather gear (cold & hot)
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available
• Take the service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!)
• Tablet & company cellphone provided
• Technical training provided to advance your career

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vets

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.