Position: Automotive Painter and Body Refinisher | Location: Milton, ON (401 & James Snow Parkway)
Company: MTB Transit Solutions is Canada’s leader in repairing and refurbishing transit buses and highway coaches. Founded in 1973, we operate from a 10-acre multi-facility property which spans over 100,000 sq. ft. of interior workspace in Milton, Ontario. We are proud that our success comes from the quality and commitment of our people. We offer a collaborative work environment where everyone contributes their ideas on working smarter and more efficiently on an ongoing basis. If you have a great work ethic, put your customers first and want to be challenged and grow with a dynamic team, then consider a career with MTB Transit Solutions.
Compensation: MTB Transit Solutions offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package and RRSP plan for full-time permanent employees.
Some great perks when you work at MTB:
· Vacation eligibility in first year
· Group RRSP eligibility after only 90 days (with employer matching contribution)
· Health and dental benefits eligible on first day
· Bi-annual boot allowance of $200
· 100% tuition reimbursement
· Summer flex hours – Friday shift ends at 12:30pm all summer
· Christmas break – Closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Duties: Prepare and paint transit and coach buses, small parts, and metal and fiberglass surfaces for paint applications and applies primer / paint to buses. Throughout all aspects of this role, you will promote a safe working environment and comply with all HS&E regulations including following all Plant Safety rules
Responsibilities:
- Painting coaches, small parts, touch ups, spot spraying, paint preparation, body repair work, interior work, buffing, decaling, sanding and masking
- Using various hand, air and power tools such as orbital sanders, air buffers, paint guns and measuring instruments
- Following all work instructions and paint charts as required.
- Apply coatings to composite components using various spray methods
- Maintain paint spray tools including the spray facility
- Mix and spray coatings
- Mask appropriate areas as required
- Inspect components during processing stages
- Follow work instructions and quality control processes
- Use body repair materials and methods for composite components
- Maintain a clean workspace and tools
- Perform work as outlined on work order with efficiency and on time delivery
- Any other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
· 2-5 years related experience in automotive/truck/bus finishing and repair
· Ability to read and understand work instructions
· Experience working with solvents and pre-treatment chemicals an asset, post-secondary training with experience interpreting paint charts
· Be able to work with fiberglass
· Familiar with paint shop environments,
· Knowledge of paint mixing chemicals,
· Ability to read MSDS sheet,
· Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required
· Comfortable working in a dynamic team environment and providing positive feedback
· An understanding of composite component construction is an asset
Additional Qualifications:
· Safety oriented mind-set
· Acute attention to detail
· Job task planning and organizing
· Self motivated, persistent and flexible
· Accountable, professional and an adaptable team player
· Ability to withstand long periods of standing and bending
· Ability to lift heavy equipment and materials, if required
· Ability to work outside regular business hours, if required
· Ability to interpret basic written instructions
· Ability to work with minimal supervision and instruction
Working with MTB:
We work out of a bright, clean, and modern shop full of state-of-the-art equipment. We have a great working environment that is non-unionized, with many long-term employees.
Some more details that you might want to know:
- Our facility is just off the Highway 401 in Milton – easy commuter access.
- Shifts are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM - no nights or weekends!!!!
MTB Transit Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous Peoples, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit persons, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. We are committed to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where every employee is valued and empowered to succeed. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $35.00 to $38.00 /hour
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: $35.00-$38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 42.5 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- Shop Floor: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
