What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter / Auto Body Technician – Heavy Equipment position at Dagger Machinery?
Take pride in turning equipment into something that looks great again? We’d like to meet you!
Dagger Machinery is hiring a hands-on painter/bodywork technician to restore and refinish agricultural and construction equipment. You’ll work on a variety of machines, take ownership of projects from prep through final finish, and see the results of your craftsmanship.
Experience in automotive bodywork, industrial painting, truck refinishing, or heavy equipment painting is welcome. You don’t need a heavy equipment background if you have solid painting and bodywork skills.
What you’ll do
- Prepare equipment for painting through sanding, stripping, sandblasting, and masking.
- Repair dents, cracks, and damaged metal, fiberglass, and plastic panels.
- Straighten, repair, or fabricate damaged body components and supports.
- Remove and reinstall parts needed to complete paint and body repairs.
- Mix and apply paint, then buff and polish finishes as needed.
- Keep painting equipment maintained and your work area clean and organized.
- Follow safe procedures for paint, chemicals, and waste handling.
What we’re looking for
- Experience with spray painting and body repair.
- Attention to detail and pride in a quality finish.
- Ability to work independently and complete projects from start to finish.
- Reliability, a good work ethic, and a willingness to work with the shop team.
Interested? Send us your résumé or a brief description of your experience. Photos of your previous work are welcome. We’d love to have you stop by, see the shop, and talk about the opportunity!
Pay: $26.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $45