PAINT PREP TECHNICIAN

General Description:

This person will be required to do body prep on truck utility bodies, platforms, dumps, and other vehicle bodies.

Position Expectation Statements:

Complete quality vehicle surface preparation prior to body being moved to paint or liner booth. Able to multi-task and prioritize job duties. Maintain a clean, safe and orderly work area.

1. Prepare surfaces for paint per established standards
2. Fill and sand body imperfections as needed
3. Mask and protect vehicle surfaces
4. Pre-fit and drill bumpers, ladder racks and other holes as necessary.
5. Work safely in a production environment wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
6. Able to meet production standards.
7. Regular and predictable attendance.
8. Ability to interact with others.
9. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
10. Attention to detail.
11. Positive attitude and willing to learn.

Preferred Training and Experience:

1. Previous experience in the truck equipment industry or similar industry
2. Able to maintain a neat, clean and organized work area.
3. Basic auto body knowledge.

Equipment, Tools Used to Perform the Essential Duties:

       1.  Putty Knife

       2.  Sanding Block

       3.  Pneumatic Palm Sander

       4.  Hand Grinder

       5.  Plasma Cutter

Physical Demands: 

       1.  Normal standing, walking, bending and twisting as necessary to perform job duties.

       2.  Exposed to normal seasonal temperatures.

       3.  Use of hand tools

       4.  Lifting/moving up to 75 pounds

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. through 2:30 p.m.