Painter

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Responsible for proper preparation of surfaces and application of painting materials to a variety of exterior surfaces
• Cleans and maintains spray guns and other painting equipment
• Cleans and maintains spray guns and other painting equipment
• Applies primer, base coats and clear coat using waterborne or solvent base paint systems
• May paint automotive accessories
• May assist with body work required to prepare motor vehicles for painting
• May work with unpleasant or toxic fumes and materials wearing safety and personal protective and equipment
• Mixes and matches paints
• Buffing/sanding finished products as needed
• Inspects painted vehicle to make sure quality of work is up to standard

Qualifications

• Solid working knowledge of the processes, techniques and materials used in painting automotive equipment
• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in Auto Body painting
• Thorough knowledge of the proper methods of preparing automotive equipment for painting
• Talent and skill in the use of spray guns and other auto painting equipment
• Possession of good eyesight and color perception
• Past experience and knowledge of the proper methods of caring for and maintaining spray guns and other auto painting equipment and materials
• Demonstration of safety precautions required in performing the work in this position
• Strong attention to detail in addition to the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strength to perform average lifting up to 35 pounds and occasionally over 70 pounds
• Agility, equilibrium and coordination as required when climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and balancing under precarious conditions
• Strong arm, hand and finger dexterity with demonstrated physical capacity to reach, handle, finger and feel
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production oriented environment