RV Body Shop / Paint Technician

Rv Direct • Medford, OR

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About The Position

Johnson RV is hiring a technician with painting or refinishing skills from any industry, including automotive, collision, marine, aviation, industrial coatings, fleet, or custom paint. RV experience is not required. A senior painter will train and mentor the successful candidate in RV-specific work, including fiberglass and metal structure repairs, woodwork, and roof replacements. Candidates with painting skills can develop toward the top of the pay range as they learn the body and structural aspects of the trade.

The role involves preparing, priming, and painting RV surfaces, operating and maintaining paint-mixing and spray equipment, and learning to perform collision repairs. Repairs are completed to manufacturer specifications and factory standards, with work progressing from initial repair through a primed, paint-ready finish and eventually through final finishing. Johnson RV offers competitive compensation, a positive team environment, and continuing education and training in RV repair. The stated salary range is $45,760 to $114,000 per year.

Requirements

• Hands-on painting or refinishing experience in any industry, such as automotive, collision, marine, aviation, industrial, fleet, or custom work.
• Experience applying spray primer and paint.
• Willingness to learn RV-specific materials, including fiberglass, plastic, metal, aluminum, and wood.
• Basic hand tools.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating a paint mixing station.
• Body shop or collision repair experience; it is not required, and training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, prime, and paint RV surfaces, including fiberglass, aluminum, metal, and plastic.
• Operate and maintain the paint mixing station and spray equipment.
• Learn and perform collision repairs, including fiberglass work, metal structure work, woodwork, and roof replacements, with guidance from the senior painter and body shop team.
• Use repair and refinish products according to manufacturer specifications to meet factory standards.
• Take repairs from the start through a primed, paint-ready finish, and eventually complete work through final finish.

Benefits

• Free use of an RV.
• Paid vacations.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mentorship from a senior painter committed to developing the employee’s career.
• Continuing education and training in RV repair.
• Positive work environment promoting excellence, innovation, and teamwork.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed