Body Shop Painter Apprentice

Lee Industrial ContractingPontiac, MI
Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

Requirements

  • Mechanically inclined with common hand tools (tape measure, power drills, levels, screwdrivers, etc.).
  • Ability to work effectively with all personality types.
  • Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
  • Self-directed and can work independently
  • Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

  • Basic math skills
  • prior experience with industrial or automotive painting, basic bodywork, or equipment prep
  • Aerial -lift Operation - Boom Lift
  • Aerial -lift Operation - Scissor Lift
  • Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 5000#
  • Basic operation of trucks and equipment
  • Trailer Loading and securing of construction material

Responsibilities

  • Follow direction from foremen and supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and safely
  • Prepare metal and composite surfaces—cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming—for paint application
  • Mix, match, and spray coatings using HVLP and airless spray systems under guidance of senior painters
  • Maintain shop cleanliness by organizing tools, disposing of waste, and wiping down equipment at the end of each shift
  • Assist with minor body repairs, including dent removal, filler application, and edge sealing
  • Inspect finished work for adhesion, coverage, and aesthetic quality; correct defects as instructed
  • Load / unload materials, paint, and supplies and transport them safely within the facility
  • Coordinate with other departments (weld/fab, mechanical, electrical) to streamline project schedules
  • Document work completed and report material or equipment needs promptly

Benefits

  • Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
  • Paid Holidays Upon Hire
  • Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA with Employer Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
  • Safety Bonus Program
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Work Travel Incentive
  • Holiday Bonus
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