Paint and Body Worker

Paint and Body Worker

Salary

$48,547.20 - $50,668.80 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601277

Department

Transit

Division

TR-ABQ Ride Fleet Accident Repair

Opening Date

07/22/2026

Closing Date

8/6/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

BL

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Position Summary

Perform restoration procedures on all body parts of automotive vehicles including trucks, trolleys and buses; install glass, paint and perform a variety of other restoration activities and perform a variety of other related activities in support of the maintenance and restoration of City vehicles.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Restore all body parts of automotive vehicles including trucks, paratransit and buses.
• Examine damaged vehicles and estimate cost of repairs.
• Remove excessively damaged body parts including fenders, windows, panels and grills; install and paint new replacement parts.
• Straighten bent vehicle frames, repair body dents and holes, and remove old paint from specified area using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Prepare for an paint vehicles; cover areas not intended for paint with masking tape; mix a variety of paints to achieve desired color; apply vehicle body fillers and primers as appropriate; spray paint vehicles in appropriate manner.
• Repair and refurbish vehicle interior including seat upholstery, flooring and interior panels.
• Fabricate metal panels as necessary; perform both metal and plastic welding as necessary.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May perform minor electrical work when appropriate.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED plus a two (2) year technical certificate or training in automotive repair; and

Two (2) years of vehicle restoration experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a valid City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of an AC recovery and CNG fuel certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Shop environment; working within confined spaces; with exposure to excessive noise, dust and solvents.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing, sitting kneeling and repeated bending for prolonged periods of time.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Albuquerque Police Department

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Do you possess a valid New Mexico Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or the ability to obtain one? (Please attach a copy of your CDL)

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

03

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College or 1-year technical certificate
• Associates or 2-year technical certificate
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

04

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV