JOB SUMMARY & QUALIFICATIONS

This position is responsible for assessing a vehicle following body repair to determine refinish efforts required to restore vehicle’s paint to an acceptable level. This person must maintain a current skill and education level to paint vehicles at a high quality level and in accordance with factory specifications. A Refinish Technician must be meticulous and thorough in the quality of their work. He/she must be able to read and understand every aspect of a work order to ensure proper repair on the damaged vehicle. It is imperative that this technician possess a good work attitude and foster a positive team spirit both within the department as well as between the other departments in support with the overall philosophy of the company and fellow employees. The Refinish Technician must strive to improve quality and productivity of work.

ACCOUNTABILITY & RESPONSIBILITY OF POSITION

Painting Preparation

• Evaluate bodywork prior to starting refinish efforts
• Responsible for preparing the damaged area of the vehicle for painting
• Check all parts to ensure that they are correct for the repair assigned; if incorrect, notify the Parts Manager immediately
• Responsible for protection of the vehicle from primer and overspray and any removal of overspray as necessary

Painting Process

• Responsible for formulation, preparation and application of all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats and clear coats
• Responsible for use of all paint-related products according to the manufacturer’s recommended procedures
• Responsible for color matching and mixing paint, in accordance with vehicle’s specifications and insurance guidelines
• Responsible for completion of all refinishing per the estimate or work order in a timely manner using proper methods
• May be required to paint edges of panels and parts

Tools & Environment

• Responsible for providing and maintaining own set of hand tools, including air sanders, air wrenches, miscellaneous air tools, spray guns and a mobile tool cabinet
• Maintain a safe and clean environment in which to work that reflects the excellent working conditions of the company

Quality Control

• Responsible for reporting any discrepancies, missed damage, hazardous conditions, damaged tools and equipment or other unusual problems to Production Manager
• Adopt work habits that are in accordance with the Company Employee Policy Manual and perform all assigned repairs which are safe and correct to reflect the philosophy of the company

EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience or equivalent training in automotive painting
• I-CAR
• Certifications
• Skills & Abilities Required
  • Work independently without close supervision
  • Flexible/adaptable to constant change
  • Motivated and organized
  • Customer focused perspective towards repairs
  • Analytical, decision making, delegation skills
  • Works well with others and positive work ethic

OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Physical Requirements
  • General physical skills (carrying, lifting – 100 lbs, squatting, kneeling, pushing, standing, sitting, walking, reaching, pulling extensively)
  • Repetitive motion
  • Driving, must have valid Drivers License
• On-the-job exposure to the following elements
  • Fumes
  • Dirt
  • Chemicals/Toxins
  • Hazards
  • Heat/Cold
  • Noise