Vehicle Painter

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Comprehensive benefits

401K match

Profit sharing

GEDWorks sponsor

Job summary

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment in the United States is seeking a skilled paint technician to prep, sand and paint trucks and vans within our manufacturing facility. You will prime, touch up and color-match using power spray equipment and brushes, while maintaining stringent quality standards and safety practices.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent and about 3 years of automotive paint experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3 years experience in painting automotive or heavy vehicle equipment is a plus.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capability to be detail oriented and organized.
• Capability to be self motivated and able to meet manufacturing deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to operate hand tools and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Prep, sand and paint Dejana trucks and vans.
• Prime paint and touch up vehicles with power spray equipment and brushes.
• Mix all types of paints for proper color formula, conditions, viscosity and consistency.
• Perform titrations and mix or adjust chemicals as necessary in paint or other processes.
• Sand wash and condition parts as necessary.
• Light bodywork may be required.
• Inspect product before, during, after paint process to ensure specifications are being met.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Meet deadlines

Hand and power tool operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Power spray equipment

Paint brushes

Hand tools

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment is a division of Douglas Dynamics North Americas premier manufacturer and up fitter of work truck attachments and equipment Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally As a team member at Douglas Dynamics you can expect to make a difference through your work to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission to serve your customers to advance your career and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life Our focus on integrity teamwork and high performance creates an ideal work environment for every one of our employees We offer competitive salaries benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics We would love to have you join our team where we offer top notch benefits multiple avenues for advancement and a great working environment

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• You will be responsible for prepping, sanding and painting Dejana trucks and vans
• Prime paint and touchup vehicles with power spray equipment and brushes
• Mix all types of paints for proper color formula, conditions, viscosity and consistency
• Perform titrations and mix or adjust chemicals as necessary in paint or other processes
• Sand wash and condition parts as necessary
• Light bodywork may be required
• Inspect product before, during, after paint process to ensure specifications are being met

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Hourly rates ranging from 1800hr 2700hr. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including experience and qualifications.

• Opportunities for advancement
• A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader
• A comprehensive suite of benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A generous 401 K match
• Profit sharing for all full time employees
• Dejana Truck and Utility Equipment is a proud sponsor of GEDWorks

WHAT THIS ROLE NEEDS

High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 3 years experience in the painting of automotive or heavy vehicle equipment in a manufacturing, industrial or automotive body shop is a plus
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Capability to be detail oriented and organized
• Capability to be self motivated and able to meet manufacturing deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to operate hand tools and power tools

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Position requires standing on hard surface with a substantial amount of pushing, pulling and lifting
• Position requires ability to frequently lift objects up to 50 pounds
• Position requires moderately difficult manipulative and hand eye coordination skills
• Position requires seeing objects closely
• Position requires the ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time
• This job is indoors in a traditional manufacturing warehouse setting
• Activities will include both sitting and standing
• These activities will occur in the production areas and inside paint booths
• There may be exposure to hazardous fumes from paint and paint mixing ingredients
• There will be varying temperatures between different areas up to 100 degrees at times
• There will be normal manufacturing sounds with some background noise

Employment Requirements

Dejana Truck and Utility Equipment uses E Verify for I 9 processing and all candidates must be eligible to work in the US. All positions require background checks and driver positions also require mvrdrugalcohol testing before and or during employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer Douglas Dynamics LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.