Body Shop Paint Prepper/Buffer

Toyota of North Charlotte’s all-newly updated Certified Toyota Collision Center is NOW OPEN and under NEW MANAGEMENT. Our 26,000 square foot state-of-the-art body shop facility offers high-quality repairs and service for all makes and models – not just Toyotas – and is now hiring for several positions, including: Technicians, Damage Evaluator’s, Detailers and Porters. Join our Growing Team Today!

The Body Shop Painter/Paint Prep/Buffer refinishes body parts, primed and prepped vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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
• Maintains tools and keep 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 a 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)
• Communicates and adheres to Injury Prevention (IP) standards

Requirements:

• At least 2-3 years of experience in the Automotive industry
• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain a clean, safe team oriented environment
• Self-starter and work without supervision

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Repair is mostly performed indoors where noise from hammers and air tools is prevalent. All PPE rules must be followed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under Toyota of North Charlotte’s insurance policy
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Ability to read and understand instructions, written estimates and work orders
• Organization and multi-tasking skills, good time management and adapts easily to a fast-paced environment
• Occasionally exposed to hot, cold, wet or humid conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 25-50 pounds

In return for your invaluable knowledge, skills, talent and ambition, Toyota of North Charlotte offers competitive salaries and benefits. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.

Toyota of North Charlotte is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.