Traveling Paint Booth & Maintenance Technician

Kniesels Collision•Sacramento, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kniesel’s Collision is Northern California’s largest family-owned collision repair organization, with 13 locations serving communities across the region. For nearly 60 years, we’ve built our reputation on honest service, quality repairs, and taking care of our people as well as we take care of our customers’ vehicles. Our Traveling Paint Booth & Maintenance Technician plays a critical behind-the-scenes role in that reputation — traveling between shops to keep the paint booths and equipment that power every repair running safely and efficiently. If you’re a hands-on problem-solver who takes pride in keeping things running right, we’d love to meet you. Position Summary: The Traveling Paint Booth & Maintenance Technician keeps Kniesel’s Collision’s shops running by traveling to locations throughout Northern California to inspect, maintain, and repair paint booths and other essential facility equipment. This role ensures every shop stays safe, compliant, and fully operational, directly supporting the high-quality collision repairs our customers count on. Working closely with shop managers, this technician balances hands-on equipment work with clear documentation and proactive communication, making it a great fit for a self-motivated problem-solver who enjoys variety and independence in their day-to-day work.

Requirements

Basic mechanical, electrical, and HVAC troubleshooting skills, or a strong interest in learning
Comfortable using hand and power tools to perform inspections and minor repairs
Ability to read and understand written estimates, work orders, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on accurate documentation and service records
Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with shop teams
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage priorities across multiple locations
Must be able to read English fluently
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license required for regular travel between locations
Maintains a well-groomed, professional appearance
Ability to lift and move boxes, parts, and equipment up to 20 pounds
Comfortable climbing, bending, kneeling, and reaching to access and service equipment
Requires manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and full range of body motion
Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
Comfortable working around fumes, dust, and shop equipment typical of an automotive paint environment
Comfortable driving and traveling regularly between shop locations, sometimes for extended periods
Maintains professionalism and composure in a fast-paced, multi-site work environment

Nice To Haves

Hands-on training on paint booth systems, HVAC, filtration, and shop equipment

Responsibilities

Perform regular inspections, cleaning, and maintenance of paint booths to ensure proper functionality and compliance with safety regulations
Diagnose and troubleshoot paint booth issues, including ventilation, filtration, and temperature control systems
Replace filters, clean exhaust systems, and perform minor repairs as needed to maintain operational efficiency
Travel regularly to assigned Kniesel’s Collision locations, ensuring all maintenance needs are addressed promptly and efficiently
Coordinate maintenance schedules with shop managers to minimize disruption to daily operations
Respond to urgent maintenance requests to address equipment failures or safety concerns
Ensure all equipment meets OSHA and other applicable safety standards
Document all maintenance activities and maintain detailed service records for each shop
Provide recommendations for equipment upgrades or replacements to enhance efficiency and safety
Assist with ad-hoc tasks, cross-departmental projects, or other duties as assigned to support the maintenance team and broader business needs

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience ($20.00–$25.00/hour DOE)
Consistent, full-time schedule: Monday through Friday
Variety in every day: work across multiple shops, systems, and equipment types
Real advancement potential across our 13 Northern California locations
Supportive, family-owned culture guided by Kniesel’s six Core Values
Independence and ownership — manage your own schedule and priorities across sites
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Convenient online and mobile benefits management
401(k) + company match retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO), sick time and paid holidays
Career development and advancement opportunities