Body Shop Painter - Level 1

About the role

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a family-oriented culture. Western Express HQ is in Nashville, TN. All outside terminals, located all over the country, have a small town, tight knit family atmosphere. Whether you are in Nashville or at one of our outlying locations, you are treated like family!

Responsibilities

• Paint Application: Apply paint to trucks and other equipment while ensuring a smooth, even, and durable finish. Perform touch-ups, corrections, and refinishing as needed to maintain high-quality standards. Ensure completed work meets company quality and appearance expectations.
• Paint Preparation: Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, masking, cleaning, and properly preparing all areas. Mix and prepare paint according to required colors, specifications, and consistency. Ensure all surfaces are properly prepared before paint application.
• Sanding & Surface Preparation: Sand and prepare trucks and equipment for painting, refinishing, and repairs. Thoroughly remove dirt, grease, debris, and other contaminants from surfaces before painting. Identify and address surface imperfections prior to applying paint.
• Quality Control: Inspect completed work for proper coverage, consistency, color match, and overall finish. Identify and correct defects or imperfections in a timely and effective manner. Maintain a high standard of workmanship on every project.
• Tools & Equipment: Employees may be required to provide and maintain their own personal hand tools. Larger tools, specialized equipment, and necessary shop equipment will be provided by the company.

Qualifications

• Transportation & Work Ethic: Must have reliable transportation and dependable attendance. Must demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Experience & Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in a body shop, truck repair, or painting environment is preferred but not required. Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and CSA regulations is highly desirable. Willingness to learn company procedures, safety requirements, and industry standards.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to think ahead, identify potential issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and quality.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures consistently.

Benefits

Competitive pay, benefits