Body Shop Paint Assistant - Kearny Mesa Ford Kia

Company: Sunroad Automotive
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Body Shop Paint Assistant - Kearny Mesa Ford KiaJob Summary:The Body Shop Paint Assistant is responsible for preparing all assigned vehicles for refinishing and to support Paint Department.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.- 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 and 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 collision center operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc. Qualifications:- Must have previous experience working as a painter in a body shop or collision centerKearny Mesa Ford & Kia offers excellent benefits, including medical and dental insurance, life insurance, a 401K plan, flexible spending accounts, advancement opportunities and much more. Kearny Mesa Ford & Kia are equal opportunity employers (m/f/d/v) and maintain a drug free workplace. The successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check is required. PI176786658

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