Paint Helper

About the role

The Paint Helper position is available to US Citizens only. Nomad GCS does not support the H1B visa for this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project for paint by removing grease, dirt, paint, or rust from surfaces.
• Remove accessories, such as chrome or mirrors, from vehicles and mask other surfaces with tape or paper to protect them from paint.
• Learn to paint extra-small to small-sized parts and meet industry paint standards for quality.
• Select and operate the correct spray gun for the material being applied and correct paint.
• Apply the industrial automotive paint finished on various types of materials.
• Apply rust-resistant undercoats, caulk and seal seams; apply a sealer to properly dried vehicle finish.
• Monitor painting operations to identify flaws and correct their causes.
• Complete finishing processes, such as buffing and waxing.
• Operate lifting or moving devices to access materials needed or areas to be painted.
• Cross-train and assist in other departments as needed.
• Take on additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Be knowledgeable about commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the automotive painting field.
• Be knowledgeable about machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Be knowledge about raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of Nomad Core Values.

Physical Demands

• Regular use of hands and arms to manipulate, handle, feel, reach, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and crawling.
• Frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Assistance required for anything heavier than 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus and distinguish colors.
• Must have the physical stamina to work in awkward positions and stand for prolonged periods.

Qualifications & Experience

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 1-3 years of documented work experience in auto body and automobile painting.
• An apprenticeship and/or formal training in the application of automotive paint is preferred.