Mobile Body & Paint Technician

Housby Mack, Inc. • Des Moines, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Body & Paint Technician travels with a dedicated team to locations throughout the United States to perform vehicle touch-ups, preparation, painting, and installation of safety stickers and other graphics as part of customer rebranding projects. The role includes one year of guaranteed employment pay, including while waiting for the next project to begin. Work takes place at varied sites, indoors and outdoors, and requires frequent travel.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience working in a body and/or paint shop.
• Ability to properly tape off a vehicle for refinishing.
• Ability to travel 75%–100% of the time.
• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely and drive for extended periods.
• Ability to follow Housby's Core Values.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to withstand varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Safety glasses and safety shoes are required at all times; a respirator is required when painting and during paint preparation.

Nice To Haves

• Body and/or paint shop experience with heavy-duty vehicles and/or equipment.
• Experience priming and painting.
• Experience sanding and scraping.
• Experience removing and installing decals.
• Willingness to continue education as directed.

Responsibilities

• Prime, paint, and touch up vehicles using power spray equipment and brushes.
• Mask, unmask, and adjust masking to meet specifications.
• Wet-sand, sand, and buff metals and fiberglass as needed.
• Sand, wash, and condition equipment and truck parts.
• Perform minor disassembly and reassembly.
• Operate paint guns and flush tanks, hoses, and paint guns before color changeovers.
• Mix paints and coatings to the specified formula and required conditions, viscosity, and consistency.
• Remove and apply safety stickers, DOT identification, company logos, and advertising graphics.
• Maintain focused, high-quality work without constant supervision and follow management guidelines and processes.
• Contribute to a positive team atmosphere.
• Maintain the designated work area and mobile equipment, including preventative maintenance tasks as applicable.
• Follow company safety rules and policies and maintain a professional image.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience, guaranteed for one year.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Nine paid holidays, including the employee's birthday.
• 120 hours of PTO after the first year of employment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Work tools are provided.

What This Job Offers

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