Automotive Painter at Akima, LLC

Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automotive Painting, Surface Preparation, Spray Gun Application, Paint Mixing, Safety Equipment, Physical Stamina, Attention to Detail, Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Truestone, an Akima company, is looking for an Automotive Painter to work in Tobyhanna, PA. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities Paints one type or a variety of surfaces, such as interior and exterior of mobile and stationary equipment, fittings, furnishings, machinery, and other surfaces where appearance as well as surface protection is important. Prepares surfaces, mixes paint, applies prime, intermediate, and finish coats primarily with spray gun. Uses gloss, semi-gloss, and special paints, enamels, varnishes, stains, lacquers, and shellacs. Assures the protection of surrounding areas and, if required by specific work assignments, assures proper adjustment of ladders and scaffolding. Assures proper maintenance of equipment. Applies tar-like undercoating to the undercarriages of numerous types of equipment. May be required to coat surfaces in cramped and hard to reach places. Required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work is normally performed inside well-lighted, heated and ventilated shop areas. Some outside work is required. Subject to noise, dust, and fumes. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. Painter may be required to wear safety devices and clothing such as aprons, respirator, gloves, and safety glasses. Qualifications Must be a US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a NACI. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and once hired will need to pass an annual physical. Be able to lift, carry, and set up equipment and components weighing up to 75 lbs. Must have experience controlling blasting hose with nozzles subject to high pressure, i.e., up to 100 psi. Must be alert and experience recognizing malfunctions to sandblast and safety equipment. Must be able to work while wearing protective suit and respirator. Must be able to perform duties during prolonged standing, stooping, and bending, and walking. Able to work inside booth which may be extremely hot during summer months. Must be able to work First, Second and Third Shift as dictated by workload. Physical Demands: Be able to lift, carry, and set up equipment and components weighing up to 75 lbs. Job ID 2025-20070 Work Type On-Site Company Description Work Where it Matters Truestone, an Akima company, is not just another federal lifecycle solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At Truestone, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, Truestone provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, Truestone delivers everything from requirements and design to operations, logistics, and support at every lifecycle stage for complex systems and networks. As a Truestone employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Responsibilities

The Automotive Painter is responsible for painting various surfaces of mobile and stationary equipment, ensuring both appearance and surface protection. This includes preparing surfaces, mixing paint, and applying different types of coatings while maintaining safety and equipment standards.