Paint Prep & Sander (3593)

Ahern Family of Companies•Henderson, NV

2d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Xtreme Manufacturing in Henderson, Nevada, is seeking a Paint Prep & Sander to join our team! SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES The Paint Prep & Sander is responsible for preparing heavy equipment for painting by using D.A. sanders, sand blasters and scrapers to remove ole paint and decals. This will include masking/taping off electrical wires, hydraulic lines and non-painted components. The Paint Prep & Sander will also assist Painters with various tasks.

Requirements

Over two (2) years’ automotive or industrial paint prep experience preferred but not required.
Reliable transportation and clean driving record.
Ability to complete projects on time and on budget.
Excellent communication and team-building skills.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Reliably commute to Henderson, Nevada, or planning to relocate to local area before starting work.
Comply with the brand and hygiene policies.

Responsibilities

Remove decals and adhesive with scraper and solvent before the sanding process.
Remove grease, dirt, paint or rust from equipment surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, washing tanks or sand blasters.
Fill small dents or scratches with body fillers and smooth surfaces to prepare equipment for painting.
Taping/masking preparation.
Set up working area.
Able to operate heavy equipment, moving it to access areas to be painted.
Bleed out air compressor to assure there is no moisture and let compressor continue to run to build up air (to avoid water damage on the air tools).
Lubricate all air tools.
Clean equipment and work areas.
Collect all tools and place them back in the proper toolboxes.
Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate manner.
Must wear proper PPE (fresh air respirator, painting overalls, etc.).