Painter Helper

JOB SUMMARY

The position will assist painters and welders in all tasks associated with sanding, prepping and painting.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Prepare surfaces for painting.

• Document work completion and time-tracking in accordance with company procedures.

• Apply decals and unit numbers for tracking purposes.

• Requisition parts as necessary.

• Remove old paint rust decals to provide a smooth bondable surface for paint adhesion

• Operate forklifts, roll-off trucks and other equipment as required.

• Conduct inventory when directed by the supervisor.

• Prepare surfaces to be protected on interior or exterior assets to be painted for corrosion prevention.

• Prepare containers, compactors, boxes, buildings and other company assets as assigned by supervisor.

• Comply with company safety policies and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Report immediately any safety violations and correcting unsafe acts or conditions.

• Conduct monthly, daily and weekly inventories as required.

• Maintain a clean workspace.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Forklift certified or able to become certified within 90 days of employment
• Working knowledge of painting techniques, metal integrity, sanding and grinding operations
• Working knowledge of shop equipment i.e., air compressors, grinders, sanders, stencils, paint equipment, and paint cleaning supplies
• Must pass a pulmonary function and respirator fit test Mechanical aptitude with a desire to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to read and write in English
• Able to follow instructions
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals
• Aptitude for maintaining and repairing equipment

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or its equivalent
• At least one year of paint and body experience
• Forklift certified
• Working knowledge of paint, prep surfaces, environmental rules, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Class C driver's license
• Safe driving for the last three years