Bodywork Technician

Bodywork Technician

About TruckHouse

TruckHouse was founded to build state-of-the-art go-anywhere, do-anything expedition vehicles. We’re committed to constant improvement in the design, construction, and functionality of the products we push to market. Team TruckHouse is composed of hardworking engineers, craftsmen, and creatives that work in a supportive environment with countless opportunities to grow, both professionally and personally. Based in Reno, Nevada, the surrounding mountains and high desert are not only an amazing testing ground, but a great place to call home. We take great pride in our ability to adapt and improve our processes while providing our team with the resources needed to succeed. TruckHouse continues to grow year after year and is a career-oriented company focused on developing long-term employees. If you’re interested in joining our team, please see below for details on our current opening.

Position Overview

Bodywork Technicians are responsible for safely and efficiently completing all surface preparation for painting. These tasks require manual dexterity, great attention to detail, the ability to work quickly and efficiently, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Apply various fillers, puttees, and glazes to bring complex surfaces to specified finish
• Perform precision sanding on complex surfaces to meet designated finish standards
• Block sand surfaces to specified finish
• Machine sand surfaces to specified finish
• Perform repairs on composite surfaces including recreating complex geometries
• Mask and clean surfaces in preparation for coating applications
• Maintain a well organized and professional workstation
• Maintain tools and equipment used in the bodywork process
• Manage use of consumable supplies

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• General proficiency using hand tools
• General knowledge and understanding of job specific tools and materials
• 1+ years of experience working in a bodywork role in the automotive, marine or aerospace industries
• Ability to execute work instructions and meet production schedule expectations
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to document workflow and communicate effectively
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments
• 2+years of experience working in a bodywork role in the automotive, marine or aerospace industries
• 1+ years of experience painting in the in the automotive, marine or aerospace industries
• 1+ years experience working with composites

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift 50lb unassisted
• Ability to work on ladders and in confined spaces
• Willing to work extended hours as needed

Compensations, Schedule, and Benefits

Pay range:

Body Work Technician: $60,000* +

*Base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Work Schedule: In shop, 6:30 am- 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday

Benefits: Access to the company’s group medical, vision, dental and life insurance, accrual of up to 3 weeks paid time off, and 10 paid holidays per year. As a career oriented company, TruckHouse provides growth opportunities for our employees via advanced training, hands-on experience, promotions, raises, and bonuses.

Please contact [email protected] or visit www.truckhouse.co/careers for more information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person