Auto Body Paint Technician

Job Title: Auto Body Paint Technician

Department: Collision Center

Reports to: Collision Center Director/Service Operations Director

Job Status: Full-time/Exempt

Position Summary:
The Auto Body Paint Technician is responsible for refurbishing damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards.

Essential Functions:

• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from the work surface.
• Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated.
• Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain a smooth surface.
• Mixes paint according to specifications.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce the desired color.
• Paints surface using sprayer or brush as appropriate.
• Inspects painted units for quality of workmanship, noting any runs, sags, and unpainted areas.
• Heats and sprays wax onto products after they are tested.
• Maintains tools and keeps equipment clean and in a proper state of repair.
• Keeps work area clean.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including a respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state, and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. The associate must be able to safely and lawfully operate motor vehicles independently, without requiring another person?s assistance or supervision, as an essential function of the position. Must maintain a valid driver?s license and meet Company driving eligibility requirements.
• Other tasks as assigned.