Equipment Prep & Paint Technician

Bobcat of Canton- Leppo Rents•Canton, OH

3h•Onsite

About The Position

At Leppo Rents, we’re looking for individuals who take pride in quality work, want to grow their skills, and enjoy working with heavy machinery. This role involves preparing heavy machinery and equipment surfaces through sanding, grinding, and chemical cleaning, masking and protecting equipment areas before painting, and mixing and applying primers, paints, and coatings using spray guns, brushes, or rollers. You will also inspect finished surfaces for quality and perform touch-ups as needed, operate and maintain painting and safety equipment including spray booths and sand blasting booths, and follow safety protocols and properly handle and dispose of hazardous materials.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED (technical or trade school training preferred)
At least 2 years of experience with surface prep and painting on large vehicles or machinery
Strong knowledge of paint types, surface prep, and application methods
Ability to read and follow technical manuals and safety data sheets
A safety-focused mindset and ability to work thoroughly and independently

Responsibilities

Prepare heavy machinery and equipment surfaces through sanding, grinding, and chemical cleaning
Mask and protect equipment areas before painting
Mix and apply primers, paints, and coatings using spray guns, brushes, or rollers
Inspect finished surfaces for quality and perform touch-ups as needed
Operate and maintain painting and safety equipment including spray booths and sand blasting booths
Follow safety protocols and properly handle and dispose of hazardous materials