Mobile Body & Paint Technician

Housby Mack • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Mobile Body & Paint Technician travels with a dedicated team to locations throughout the United States to perform small touch-ups, preparation, painting, and installation of safety stickers and other graphics on heavy-duty vehicles as part of customer rebranding projects. The position offers one year of guaranteed employment pay, including while waiting for the next project to begin. Work is performed at varied sites, indoors and outdoors, and may include weekends and evening hours.

Housby describes itself as a family-owned business with a flexible environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture focused on employee growth and celebrating success. Work tools are provided, along with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

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 up to 75%–100% of the time.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely and drive for extended periods.
• Must have and follow Housby's Core Values.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Safety glasses and safety shoes are required at all times; a respirator is required when painting and during paint preparation.
• Ability to withstand varied temperatures and weather conditions.
• Some weekend and evening hours are required.

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, or adjust masking to meet specifications.
• Wet sand, sand, and buff metals and fiberglass as needed.
• Sand, wash, and condition equipment and truck parts as necessary.
• Perform minor disassembly and reassembly as needed.
• Operate paint guns properly and flush tanks, hoses, and paint guns before changing colors.
• Mix paints and coatings to specified formulas and required conditions, viscosity, and consistency.
• Remove and apply safety stickers, DOT identification, company logos, and advertising graphics.
• Maintain focused performance and quality without constant supervision, and follow management guidelines and processes.
• Maintain a positive atmosphere with the team.
• 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

• One year of guaranteed employment pay, including while waiting for the next project to begin.
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Nine paid holidays, including the employee's birthday off.
• 120 hours of PTO after the first year of employment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Work tools provided.
• Flexible work environment and supportive company culture.

What This Job Offers

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