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JOB SUMMARY:

Position Hours 8:00am - 5:00pm.

The Refinish Technician is responsible for refinishing On-Highway Peterbilt Trucks to meet pre-accident OEM conditions or industry-quality standards, overseeing the paint booth and mixing room, and reporting to the body shop manager. The Refinish Technician will also perform some minor body work. This position is an Hourly Position, not flat rate.

COMPETENCIES:

+ Safety & Compliance: Follow all personal and environmental safety measures; wear appropriate PPE (goggles, gloves, respirators, protective suits); maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.

+ Equipment & Tools Maintenance: Keep body shop equipment, spray booth, mixing room, and paint tools in good working condition.

+ Repair & Quality Assurance: Examine damaged vehicles, report hidden damage or broken parts, check body repairs before primer, maintain industry-standard quality, minimize repaints, and remove imperfections from painted areas.

+ Painting & Preparation: Clean vehicle surfaces, apply masking, mix and apply primers/sealers, sand and prep surfaces, fill dents with putty, and perform finish paint applications.

+ Communication & Reporting: Report to Body Shop Foreman/Manager, update on repair status, alert to unusual issues or delays, and maintain positive corporate citizenship.

+ Professionalism & Performance: Maintain proficiency of 85% or better, multitask effectively under pressure, adhere to company policies, and present a professional appearance.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

+ A High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.

+ Preferred Experience: Knowledge and hands-on experience with Imron paint systems and processes.

+ Minimum of 3 years in commercial vehicle or automotive painting and refinishing, or a closely related role.

+ Knowledge and experience with CAT heavy equipment and diesel engine parts are preferred.

+ Technical Skills:

+ Proficiency in relevant hardware and software systems necessary for job execution.

+ Ability to mix and tint colors accurately to factory specifications.

+ Office Skills: Familiarity with general office procedures and equipment, including filing systems, copiers, fax machines, and other communication or electronic tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lifting/Carrying 40 lbs.; Lift/Carry and 50lb pulling; Standing/Sitting up and down stairs, ladders, standing, sitting, and climbing into machines; Dexterity Normal; Repetitive Motions Frequent movement requiring hands, wrists, and fingers; The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

BENEFITS:

+ 401(k) Match and Employer Discretionary Contribution.

+ Two different Health Insurance options, including an HSA health insurance option with a dollar-for-dollar match up to $1,200.00 per year.

+ Dental and Vision Insurance.

+ Credit Union Access.

+ Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

+ Scholarship opportunities are available for employees' spouses and children through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation.

+ Base pay plus annual bonus potential

+ Company SuccessShare bonuses

EEO, Veterans & Disabled Employer, and VEVRAA/503 Federal Contractor.