Body Shop Painter

Responsibilities

• Report to Body Shop Foreman or Body Shop Manager, and will be assigned duties on a daily basis.
• Maintain Proficiency of 70% or better, billing a minimum of 5.6 hours per day.
• Keep area safe and clean.
• Follow all safety measures for personal and environment safety.
• Wear all appropriate safety equipment (PPE) for each specific task; for eyes (goggles, face shields), hands (gloves), lungs (respiratory systems, dust masks), skin (protective suit).
• Examine damaged vehicles and estimates of repair cost. Immediately report any hidden damage to supervisor.
• Report any lost or broken parts to the supervisor.
• Maintain all body shop equipment in good safe working condition.
• Maintain spray booth and mixing equipment. Keep mixing room in good working condition.
• Check body repairs before primer is applied.
• Maintain a level of quality to industry standards.
• Keep repaints to a minimum.
• Must remove all dirt and runs from painted areas.
• Clean paint areas, tools and equipment.
• Mix and apply primers and sealers, sand and prep prime surfaces for finish paint applications.
• Keep production manager aware of status.
• Clean grease and dirt from product.
• Apply masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated.
• Fill cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth surface.
• Able to multi-task under pressure.
• Alert the production manager to any unusual problems and delays.
• Must demonstrate positive corporate citizenship and the Rush Driving Principles.
• Maintain safe work environment.
• Maintain professional appearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 3 years experience in commercial vehicle painting and refinishing or similar position.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Proficiency with related hardware/software systems as needed to fully execute the duties required.
• General office skills and knowledge of equipment and systems including but not limited to filing systems, use of copiers, facsimile machines, and other communication or electronic equipment as may be applicable.

Benefits

• We offer exceptional compensation and benefits, 401K and stock purchase, incentives for performance, training, and opportunity for advancement - all in a culture that appreciates and rewards excellence, a positive attitude and integrity.

Pay

Minimum Pay Rate USD $20.00/Hr.
Maximum Pay Rate USD $45.00/Hr.