Painter Helper

Siddons-Martin Emergency Group•Killeen, TX

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Autobody Paint Helper is to perform skilled work in preparing, refinishing and painting metal and other surfaces.

Requirements

Must be able to clearly demonstrate their ability to set and reach performance goals set forth by the owner/operator.
Excellent customer service skills, both verbal and written.
Good knowledge of the processes, techniques and materials used in painting automotive equipment
Must have the ability to work independently or with less supervision
Should have excellent verbal communication skills
Must have the ability to work under pressure
Experience within Fire and Emergency related industry
Must be self-motivated
Exceptional organizational methods
Attention to detail and the ability to provide consistent work
Dedication to customer service and business success
Ability to engage in and maintain positive relationships with employees, vendors and customers
Computer skills: Must be proficient with Microsoft Outlook Email, Microsoft Word & Excel programs as well with any company provided software
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License and eligible to be covered under the Siddons Martin insurance policy

Nice To Haves

Formal Training and/or Trade School Training Preferred

Responsibilities

Enforce all company policies as defined in the SMEG Company Handbook
Interact with customers, vendors and entire service staff
Maintain neat and professional personal appearance at all times, wearing appropriate logo assigned company shirts
Measures area to be painted; determines quantity and type of paint to use for the project.
Identifies and orders appropriate paint colors and finishes, mixing if needed.
Prepares surfaces to be painted, which may include removing prior finishes through chemicals, grit blast, or other methods.
Masks, removes, covers, or otherwise protects hardware, trim, and other nonpainted surfaces.
Applies primer and finish coats to fire apparatus using lacquers and synthetic paints and enamels.
Understanding of productivity goals and review for areas in need of improvement
Participate in morning meetings with service staff to plan the day
Maintain accurate, timely and legible company designed reports and paperwork
Complies with chemical and waste storage and disposal regulations and best practices.
Cleans and maintains spray guns and other painting equipment
Maintains a clean work area.
Performs other duties as assigned.
With appropriate notification, the Autobody Paint Helper agrees to attend and participate in all career specific seminars, training courses, industry related certification programs and internal company training and or meetings recommended or scheduled by the business owner/operator.
It is the responsibility of the Autobody Paint Helper to always conduct him/herself in a professional manner. This includes the agreement not to use any foul or objectionable language towards any customer, vendor, co-worker or employee. To refrain from any negative comments about any customer, vendor, competitor or employee. As a Autobody Paint Helper, you are expected to maintain composure with all customers, vendors and employees always and to carry out all defined duties in a professional manner.
At all times the Autobody Paint Helper is to strive for 100% customer satisfaction. This includes a commitment to customer courtesy, taking the time to be certain that the customer clearly understands his or her options, your recommendations, warranties offered, estimates provided, invoices provided, methods of payment and value and the benefits he or she may receive from our services.