Longo Toyota Collision Center Refinish Apprentice

Penske Motor Group • El Monte, CA

22h • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Collision Center Refinish Apprentice is responsible for refinishing damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards.
The Refinish Apprentice Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Rate of $18.00.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?:

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience replenishing vehicles.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance related to vehicle replenishing; federal, state, and local regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardous waste; and mathematical principles (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and percentages) and application.
• Ability to operate manual transmission; pay attention to detail; determines cause of operating errors on a range of makes and models and decides what to do about it; determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do the job; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; and reads and comprehends instructions and information in the English language.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Stand for long periods at a time.
• Match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs.

Responsibilities

• Works alongside an assigned Refinish Technician to learn how to refinish vehicles.
• Inspects vehicles that enter the paint shop to ensure it has passed all previous inspections and standards.
• Under the direction of the Refinish Technician, mixes paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors.
• Assists the Refinish Technician in preparing vehicles for paint, by filling small dents and scratches with body fillers to smooth surfaces.
• Applies primer over any repairs made to vehicle surfaces.
• Buffs and wax the finished paintwork.
• Assists the Refinish Technician in laying-out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, and patterns.
• Achieves production objectives set by Management.
• Maintains and wears all safety and protective equipment, including respirator.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous material.
• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Assists in all other areas of the CRC, as needed.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
• Maintains a high level of grooming, hygiene, and uniform appearance.
• Maintains high ethical standards in all actions.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay - get paid every Friday.
• 401k with a generous Company match
• Vacation (accruals earned on Full Time or Part Time status)
• Vision, dental, and medical care benefits available to any team full time team member
• Team member referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts with Corporate Partners like GE, Dell, Oakley, Yeti, Ray Ban, and many more….
• Development and growth opportunities
• Free Employee ParkingOn-site gym, free of charge to team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED