Job Description

Painter

Holman Upfitting has an exciting opportunity for a Painter to join our team in Bartlett, IL!

• Pay: $25/hr

• Shift: Monday to Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

• Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more!

• Eligible for benefits within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle and component surfaces for painting through power washing, laser cleaning, degreasing, sanding, scraping, masking, seam sealing, and body filler application.
• Read and complete work orders, determine material requirements, and verify paint colors and quantities.
• Mix and apply primers, enamels, paints, and other coatings to commercial vehicles and components.
• Monitor paint consistency and viscosity to ensure proper spray application and finish quality.
• Repair paint defects, runs, and imperfections through touch-up, sanding, and buffing techniques.
• Perform basic mechanical teardown and reassembly, including trim, hardware, handles, hinges, weather stripping, and doors.
• Apply undercoating, Chip Guard, decals, stripes, non-skid coatings, and other finishing products as required.
• Operate and maintain paint booths, mixing systems, spray equipment, and related tools while keeping work areas clean and organized.
• Safely move and handle large vehicle components using company lifting equipment.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, hazardous materials, and RCRA procedures.
• Communicate quality concerns and identify opportunities for process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of automotive, fleet truck or heavy equipment painting experience required. Automotive refinishing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of catalyzed enamel, sealers, primers, single-stage, and basecoat/clearcoat paint systems.
• Familiarity with plural component paint mixing systems preferred.
• Experience working in a baking booth environment preferred.
• Ability to prep, sand, buff, and correct paint imperfections before and after paint application.
• Knowledge of secondary paint operations, including undercoating, Chip Guard, decals, stripes, non-skid coatings, and finish corrections.
• Basic mechanical aptitude, including removing and reinstalling trim, hardware, handles, hinges, weather stripping, and doors.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Process-oriented with the ability to follow established work instructions and procedures.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Experience operating or driving heavy-duty trucks, commercial vehicles, or large equipment preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have the tools necessary to perform the job.
• Willingness to complete all required safety, environmental, hazardous materials, and regulatory training.
• Must pass a drug test, have a valid DL and criminal background check prior to employment

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