Body and Paint Technician

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Farley, IA
Posted 1 month ago

The Body and Paint Technician is responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure our are equipment is restored to its original condition. 

 

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Repair and/or replace damaged and defective body parts of trucks/trailers
  • Perform structural and cosmetic bodywork including dent removal, panel straightening, and metal finishing
  • Perform paint preparation including sanding, priming, masking, and surface treatment on trucks, cab components, and trailers
  • Match and mix paint to achieve accurate color matches on all fleet and customer vehicles
  • Apply paint, clearcoat, and specialty coatings using spray guns and other professional application equipment
  • Repair all types of fiberglass, plastic, and metal body parts; adjust and modify all heavy-duty body components
  • Installing custom add-on parts and accessories to trucks/trailers
  • Replace windshields and other glass components
  • Replace mechanical truck parts when needed
  • Read and understand written wreck repair estimates and paint work orders
  • Fabricate items when needed to complete repairs
  • Identify and repair rust, corrosion, and surface damage prior to painting
  • Use problem-solving skills when issues arise during jobs
  • Communicate with the Lead Shop Tech, Maintenance Coordinator, and Manager on the repair and paint process, keeping them informed of issues or additional repairs needed
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with paint booth safety and OSHA standards
  • Work independently and as part of a team
  • Demonstrate strong communication skills, punctuality, and a hard work ethic
  • Have the ability to independently move, lift, push, pull or carry heavy equipment up to 80 lbs.

 

Qualifications:

  • Experience with automotive or heavy-duty truck paint and body repair
  • Proficiency with spray guns, DA sanders, body hammers, and related tools
  • Familiarity with paint mixing systems and color matching techniques
  • Knowledge of paint booth operations and safety procedures
  • Experience reading repair estimates and work orders
  • Valid driver’s license

  Equal Opportunity Employer

 

General Job Application

  • Previous Employment

  • Professional References

  • BACKGROUND CHECK POLICY FOR EMPLOYMENT SCREENING It is the policy of Simon’s Trucking Inc. to conduct background checks on their employees in order to provide a safe work environment for current employees, staff and clients. This policy will also help determine and/or confirm the qualifications and suitability of Simon’s employees. Simon Trucking’s policy is to conduct pre-employment background checks on applicants once a conditional offer has been made by the hiring manager and all offers of employment will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Simon’s Trucking reserves the right conduct a background screening at any time after you have been employed to determine eligibility for a promotion, reassignment or retention. Eligibility for employment with Simon’s Trucking will depend on a variety of components. Each employee/applicant, part-time employee, and independent contractor will undergo a criminal background check, education and prior employment check. Depending on the particular position, the employee/applicant may undergo a more detailed check which may include searches such as MVR, credit history, or professional license checks. If you have questions about what checks will be performed for your position, please contact the HR department. Compliance within the law Simon’s Trucking Inc. shall comply with any and all laws or regulations, including but not limited to, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), the Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, equal opportunity laws, the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other state, local or federal regulations governing employment background screening. Although disqualification for a position may be possible based upon the report, Simon’s Trucking will comply with the federal and state laws when considering an applicant for a position. Having adverse information contained in a report will not automatically disqualify anyone. Eligibility will be dependent upon the position, the nature of any criminal offense(s), time elapsed from the offense(s), the conduct of the applicant since the offense(s), rehabilitation, employment history, age of the applicant at the time of the offense, the totality of the applicants qualifications and other factors. Any attempt by an applicant or employee to withhold or falsify information on an application, resume or during an interview, will disqualify the applicant due to falsification of an application.
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