Painter

Job Title: Painter

Location: Portsmouth, VA

Reports to: Regional Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly / Non- exempt

Company Overview

W. O. Grubb is the leading provider of crane rental and steel erection services in the Mid-Atlantic United States. W. O. Grubb was founded in the 1960’s with a basic concept, which was to provide high quality steel erection services, equipment, manpower and superior responsiveness to our customers. W. O. Grubb is one of the largest family owned and operated crane rental companies in the nation. Multiple locations serve Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and surrounding states with crane rentals and service.

Description Summary

A Painter is to perform required repairs, body work, paint and cosmetic detailing, provide written documentation of repairs, and ensure that the cranes are in a safe operating condition. These tasks may involve welding, grinding, painting, and the use of many hand and power tools. The painter usually works under direct supervision and expected to work long hours with frequent standing and moving. Possible exposure to extreme heat or cold external temperatures, and subject to working weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Performs repair work on vehicle bodies (i.e. hammering out dents, filing, grinding, sanding, filling holes, repairing panels and grills, welding, etc.).
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools (i.e. hammers, wrenches, sanders, spray guns, etc.).
• Prepares the crane by masking and taping for body work.
• Prepares paint by blending and mixing.
• Applies primer and paints to the crane body surfaces using brush or spray guns for the purpose of completing required body work.
• Maintains a variety of records (i.e. maintenance reports, repair reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and providing reliable information.
• Inspects and ensures that the crane is in a safe working condition.
• Requires Close Supervision: Work is reviewed at several steps along the way for accuracy.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential:

• Must be able to adhere to safety practices.
• Must be able to operate tools/equipment used in .maintenance of cranes (i.e. hammers, sanders, welding equipment, torches, paint guns, etc.).
• Prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and fit for duty test.

Desired:

• Prefer candidates with at least 5 years of body repair and paint experience.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills, technical skills, and functional skills.

Physical Demands

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to identify essential functions of a role.

• Approximately 3% of time spent in usual office conditions.
• Approximately 97% of time spent in external conditions which may include temperature variance, elevated noise levels, dust and fumes.
• Travel is required.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the tasks.

Work Environment

The employee may be required to wear appropriate PPE equipment. The employee could occasionally be exposed to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the workplace is moderate.

How to Apply

If you have the desire and feel you are ready to work in a high-performance, fast-paced environment, please visit our website at https://www.wogrubb.com, and submit your resume online.

W. O. Grubb Steel Erection is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30