What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auto Body Paint Technician position at Bomnin Automotive Group?
Job Title: Auto Body Paint Technician
Department: Collision Center
Reports to: Collision Center Director/Service Operations Director
Job Status: Full-time/Exempt
Position Summary:
The Auto Body Paint Technician is responsible for refurbishing damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards.
Essential Functions:
- Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
- Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from the work surface.
- Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated.
- Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain a smooth surface.
- Mixes paint according to specifications.
- Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce the 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 a 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.