Industrial Paint Prep and Bodywork Specialist

Why join Wil-Ro?

Love turning rough metal into a flawless, paint-ready finish? Want to help build best-in-class truck bodies trusted nationwide? At Wil-Ro in Gallatin, TN—manufacturing truck bodies since 1973 for landscaping, hauling, construction, equipment distribution, and farming—you’ll be part of a Top Workplace (The Tennessean: 2021–2023, 2025–2026) where craftsmanship matters.

Is this you?

• Do you enjoy masking, taping, sanding, and washing parts so paint lays down smooth?
• Are you comfortable operating wet/dry sanders, grinders, and pressurized paint guns?
• Have you worked with body filler (Bondo) and single-stage paint—or eager to learn?
• Will you complete a Respirator Fit Test and wear an N95 respirator while on the job?

Role snapshot

• Employment type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2nd shift, 2:15 PM – 10:45 PM
• Pay: Based on experience

What you’ll handle

• Bodywork and prep on truck beds and related components.
• Surface finishing for consistent results with single-stage coatings.
• Safe operation of power tools and coating equipment.

Perks and support

• 401(k) – 100% company match up to 6% of salary (after one year)
• Medical, dental, vision – 50% sponsored for employee only (after 90 days)
• Life insurance – 100% company-paid (after 90 days)
• Disability insurance – 50% company-paid (after 90 days)
• Annual reimbursement for eye exam and prescription eyeglasses
• Supplemental insurance; short- and long-term disability available (after 90 days)
• Time off: 10 days paid vacation (80 hours), 9 paid holidays
• Personal days: 4 annually (2 at 90 days; 2 at 180 days)
• $50/month cell phone reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement up to the federal limit (after 90 days)
• Gym reimbursement: 50% or up to $40/month (after 90 days)
• 1 paid volunteer day each year
• Company-provided uniforms
• Paid maternity/paternity leave (after 90 days)
• Referral bonus up to $1,250
• Employee truck body purchase program (after 90 days)

Grow with us

Bring your attention to detail and we’ll provide the training, tools, and steady schedule to refine your craft. If you’re ready to see your work rolling down the road, apply today.