Painter I (autobody/firetrucks)

REV Group•Charlotte, NC

12d

About The Position

The Painter I is responsible for painting cabs and parts for Spartan Emergency Response’s emergency response cabs and bodies. The role involves preparing surfaces and materials, applying paint, inspecting and repairing finishes, maintaining paint equipment and documentation, and supporting production goals and continuous improvement. The painter works with manufacturing and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and may work in close proximity with customers as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of automotive paint experience.
Demonstrated understanding of paint materials and cleaning chemicals.
Excellent attendance.
Positive attitude.
Strong and consistent attention to detail.
Self-motivated, with the ability to stay on task.
Team-oriented.
Basic computer skills.
No critical shortcomings on the most recent performance review.
Able to tolerate very high temperatures, high dust, and exposure to chemicals.
Able to work overtime on short notice.
Willing to wear PPE respirators for extended periods.
Willing to improve oneself, the work area, and the company, including pursuing additional training if needed.
Willing to develop working knowledge of Spartan’s systems, such as AS/400.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training for automotive finishing.
Two to three years of relative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on paint equipment.
Identify and spot-repair paint defects according to appearance specifications.
Verify cleaning chemical concentrations.
Pre-treat and prepare cabs and parts for painting.
Spray base coat and clear coat.
Mix tints according to formulas to match paint codes.
Maintain accurate documentation of paint codes.
Coordinate material movement within the paint area.
Load and unload parts on racks or carts according to process documentation.
Learn and retain the skills and practices needed to complete duties in the assigned area.
Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, and other required documentation.
Self-check work and inspect prior processes.
Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools as required.
Meet production goals.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Initiate process improvements and support 5S in the work area.
Communicate with manufacturing and cross-functional teams, including engineering, materials, purchasing, and sales, to resolve issues.
Work in close proximity with customers as needed.
Solve complex problems with minimal assistance.