Auto Paint Prepper

At Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at Morehart Murphy Regional Auto Center is absolutely critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years.

Essential Duties:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from work surface.
• Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated.
• Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth surface.
• Mixes paint according to specifications.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color.
• Paints surface using sprayer or brush as appropriate.
• Inspects painted units for quality of workmanship, noting any runs, sags and unpainted areas.
• Heats and sprays wax onto products after they are tested.
• Maintains tools and keeps equipment clean and in a proper state of repair.
• Keeps work area clean.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands, keeps abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know etc.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Physical Demands:

· Must be able to lift, carry, and place merchandise and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance.

· Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including standing and walking for extended periods of time.

· Ability to reach overhead and below the knees, including squatting, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting.

· Ability to thrive in a high performance, fast-paced team environment, while working independently.

· Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.

· Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.

· Is potentially exposed to battery acid, gasoline, chemical cleaning material or other toxic materials commonly found in motor vehicle service departments, some which may be considered health hazards.

· Occasionally, exposed to exhaust fumes or other airborne particles.

· Maintain industry designation through ongoing training.

Job Requirements:

· High School diploma or GED

· Good communication skills.

· Excellent customer service Skills

· Attention to detail.

· Must be dedicated and reliable.

· Able to work in team environment.

· Outgoing, positive and Friendly attitude.

· Strong organizational, decision-making, problem solving skills.

· Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work daily.

· Willingness to comply with all company policies and uphold standards for service quality.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are a family-run business that gives back to the local community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Auto painting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Durango, CO 81303 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $22