Painter Technician

Rumpke Careers•Cincinnati, OH

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter Technician is responsible for all aspects of production painting in a shop environment, including repairing paint jobs, preparing surfaces for painting, removing parts not intended for paint, and controlling the factors that determine a successful finish. This position focuses on fleet vehicles, performing prepping duties such as sanding, scraping, painting, and decal placement. The Painter Technician also maintains painting supplies and equipment and completes general maintenance and body work on fleet vehicles as needed, and manages inventory and paperwork through the company's computer system. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe work area in compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and company standards.

Requirements

Ability to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Basic computer skills to account for own labor hours every day
Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
Ability to understand and comply with safety requirements to maintain a safe environment for self and for others
A self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
Ability to operate a paint booth
2–3 years experience in automotive accident repair, including panel repair and bodywork
Paint sprayer experience preferred
Fiberglass resin experience preferred
Experience with surface preparation, sanding, filling, priming, and painting preferred
Must be able to pass pulmonary test and respirator fit test
Continuously lifting/carrying a max of 75 lbs; rarely up to 100 lbs
Continuously pushing/pulling a max of 35 lbs; occasionally up to 75 lbs; rarely 100 lbs
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Continuously stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Continuously climbing and/or balancing
Continuously walking; frequently standing; occasionally sitting
Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
Exposure to residential and commercial waste
Ability to travel between offices, as required
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

Nice To Haves

Paint sprayer experience preferred
Fiberglass resin experience preferred
Experience with surface preparation, sanding, filling, priming, and painting preferred

Responsibilities

Complete various painting projects including, but not limited to, various types of fleet vehicles/equipment
Perform prepping duties including sanding, scraping, painting, and placing decals
Mix and measure paint and primer to manufacturer specifications
Maintain the truck pressure washer, including clean-up and inventorying supplies
Ensure all safety decals are on completed jobs
Perform general maintenance, body work, and vehicle repair on fleet vehicles as needed based on location
Maintain painting and/or decal supplies
Inspect completed repairs and paint work for proper coverage, adhesion, and overall quality
Complete required inventory and paperwork utilizing computer system
Utilize standard shop hand tools, measuring devices, and equipment
Professionally interact with internal and external customers
Assist with other projects or areas of the shop as needed
Maintain a clean and safe work area, while performing all tasks in a safe manner, in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, OSHA, ANSI standards and company policies
Perform other duties as assigned