Paint Tech

The Paint Technician is responsible for refinishing all assigned vehicles using SOPs, in accordance with each written repair order to ensure timely delivery of repaired vehicles. Duties include final sanding, masking, color mixing and tinting, spray booth operations, applying primers, sealers and clear coat and blending. Must adhere to safety / OSHA guidelines and use required safety protection.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily workload to keep all vehicles on schedule for on-time delivery.
• Performs all refinish procedures according to factory specifications.
• Mix paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors using color charts, stir and thin the paints.
• Follows OEM standards for blending formulas, top coat application and curing.
• Sand, mask, clean, and prime vehicles prior to painting.
• Works with paint team to keep all vehicles on schedule for on-time delivery.
• Maintain all tools and equipment, keep workspace clean and organized and perform routine maintenance for paint booth and booth filters.
• Utilize all required safety equipment and follow proper refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines. Wear and use required safety equipment (respirator, eye and skin protectors), handle and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Manage, order, and inventory paint and refinish supplies to meet production needs.
• Maintain acceptable cost per paint labor hour.
• Attend daily release meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience / Skill Requirements

Physical Requirements

Essential physical requirements include :

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