Painter/Refinish Technician
Fix Auto Drayton Valley is seeking an experienced Lead Painter
The Painter is responsible for assessing vehicles following body repair to determine refinish efforts required to restore the vehicle’s paint to an acceptable level.
Specific Accountabilities:
- Evaluate bodywork prior to starting refinish efforts – if bodywork is not acceptable or incomplete, notifies body tech or production manager.
- Read and understand every aspect of the work order in order to ensure proper repair of the damaged vehicle.
- Ensure all parts/panels that require refinish are on the estimate.
- Responsible for preparing the damaged area of the vehicle for painting;.Check all parts to ensure that they are correct for the repair assigned; if incorrect, notify the Parts Manager immediately.
- Works closely with the paint team and Repair Processors to oversee quality control of all prepping/painting duties
- Responsible for protection of the vehicle from primer and overspray and any removal of overspray, as necessary.
- Responsible for formulation, preparation and application of all primers, sealers, basecoats, colour coats and clear coats
- Responsible for use of all paint-related products according to the manufacturer’s recommended procedures.
- Responsible for colour matching and mixing paint, in accordance with vehicle’s specifications and insurance guidelines.
- Must complete spray out cards and catalogue for future reference.
- Responsible for completion of all refinishing per the estimate or work order in a timely manner using proper methods.
- May be required to paint edges of panels and parts.
- Responsible for providing and maintaining own set of hand tools, including air sanders, air wrenches, miscellaneous air tools, spray guns and a mobile tool cabinet.
- Responsible for reporting any discrepancies, missed damage, hazardous conditions, damaged tools and equipment or other unusual problems to Production Manager.
- Attend scheduled daily meetings in the production area for daily release update meeting.
- Advise the management team immediately on any vehicle that has deficiencies or delays that will impact the planned delivery of a vehicle.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment in which to work that reflects the working conditions of the Company.
Designations/Training/Experience Requirements:
Auto Body Refinisher journeyperson ticket is required
A minimum of 3 year experience working as an Auto Body Painter
Small Body work capability will be an asset
Job Specific Competencies and Skill Set:
Manual dexterity and detail oriented
Meticulous and thorough
Excellent oral,written and computer communication skills
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
Strong customer service skills
Works well under pressure
Team player
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Ability to lift, handle and move items up to 50kg
Working in an auto body shop environment (noise, dirt, fumes, hazards)
Repetitive and physically demanding work – stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, squatting, pulling and work in awkward positions
Subject to drug and alcohol testing
Must be able to work around chemicals and fumes
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $ 30.00- $34.00 per hour flat rate, ability to earn above average income as lead shop painter
Schedule:
Experience:
- auto body repair: 1 year (preferred)
- Automotive Body Repair & Refinishing Occupations: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Red Seal license (preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00-$34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1S8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
