Painter Prep Technician at Truck and Trailer Specialties, Inc.

Caledonia, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Taping, Sanding, Grinding, Touch-up Work, Disassembly, Reassembly, Power Sanders, Grinders, Hand Tools, Safety Rules, Communication Skills, Computer Knowledge, Mechanical Aptitude, Working Alone, Driver's License, Forklift Operation

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

Description BENEFITS Company-Paid Health Insurance Employer-Funded HRA Balance Company-Paid Life Insurance Additional Voluntary Insurance Options Eligible For Annual Pay Increases Eligible For Bi-Annual Bonuses 3% Annual 401(k) Match Paid Time Off & Company Holidays Company-Paid Uniforms Up to $500 Annual Tool Allowance $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus Job Title: Painter Prep Technician Reports to: Body Shop Manager Department: Body Shop Job Summary: Responsible for supporting daily operations in the body shop by performing taping, sanding, grinding, and touch-up work on new and repaired trucks, work trailers, and vans. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Duties/Responsibilities: Support daily functions including, but not limited to: Thoroughly disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles as needed Prepare and sand body areas to be painted; cover bumpers, windows, and trim Use power sanders and grinders Janitorial work beyond keeping work area uncluttered and swept Work a 10-hour shift Monday through Friday, and a 4 hour shift two Saturdays a month Other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization Required Skills/Abilities: General comprehension of, and experience in, the truck build up process General understanding of truck components General mechanical aptitude Ability to work alone with minimal or no supervision Ability to use hand tools Follow all company safety rules and policies and operate equipment in a safe manner Ability to effectively perform job functions with input from manager and customers Great attitude and ability to work with others Good communication skills, written and verbal Knowledge of computers and various software programs is desirable Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Current regular driver’s license to move our vehicles Auto body / collision repair experience Forklift operator certification Overhead crane operator certification Physical Requirements (representative but not exhaustive): Sitting, crouching, kneeling Fit in tight spaces Manual finger dexterity Heavy lifting; 50 pounds or more Twisting, bending, reaching, and stretching Long periods of standing Exposure to shop noise and dust Exposure to moving mechanical parts and vehicles Exposure to hot and cold temperatures Core Values: Integrity with a strong moral compass Exceptional work ethic with grit Team player attitude Innovation Requirements Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (including THC/marijuana), physical, and background check. Must have a current drivers license to move our vehicles. Must be able to work 7am-5pm shifts Monday through Friday and 7am-11am shifts two Saturdays a month.

Responsibilities

The technician supports daily body shop operations by performing taping, sanding, grinding, and touch-up work on trucks, trailers, and vans. Responsibilities also include vehicle disassembly/reassembly and preparing body areas for painting.