Painter

Rush Enterprises•Tolleson, AZ

10d

About The Position

The Painter refinishes vehicles to meet pre-accident condition or industry quality standards. The role oversees the paint department and assistants or prep technicians, and works under the direction of the production manager. The Painter examines damaged vehicles and repair estimates, prepares surfaces, mixes and applies coatings, inspects work, and maintains paint equipment and work areas. The employee may also be assigned other duties by their leader.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of experience in commercial vehicle painting and refinishing or a similar position.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured.
Proficiency with related hardware and software systems needed to perform the job.
General office skills and knowledge of equipment and systems, including filing systems, copiers, facsimile machines, and other applicable communication or electronic equipment.
Ability to multitask under pressure.

Responsibilities

Report to the Body Shop Foreman or Body Shop Manager and complete duties assigned daily.
Maintain proficiency of 80% or better, billing at least 6.4 hours per day.
Keep the work area safe and clean, follow safety measures, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for each task.
Examine damaged vehicles and repair estimates, and promptly report hidden damage to a supervisor.
Report lost or broken parts to a supervisor.
Maintain body shop equipment in safe working condition, including the spray booth and mixing equipment; keep the mixing room in good working condition.
Check body repairs before primer is applied and maintain work quality to industry standards while keeping repaints to a minimum.
Remove dirt and runs from painted areas; clean paint areas, tools, and equipment.
Mix and apply primers and sealers, and sand and prepare primed surfaces for finish paint applications.
Keep the production manager informed of work status and alert them to unusual problems or delays.
Clean grease and dirt from products, mask parts and areas not to be coated, and fill cavities and dents with putty to create smooth surfaces.
Demonstrate positive corporate citizenship and follow the Rush Driving Principles.
Maintain a professional appearance and comply with company policies and procedures, including conduct, record keeping, and safety requirements.
Refrain from sexual harassment, harassment, creating or participating in a hostile work environment, and workplace violence.
Follow other instructions and perform other duties requested by the employee's leader.