Sr Body Shop Painter

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Sr Body Shop Painter Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $29.09 - $43.61/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description Cox Fleet  keeps your fleet moving. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country. Cox Fleet  is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers.

Cox Fleet   also services customers   utilizing   its 20+ nationwide service centers; each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 in-house   call-center   and provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime. Cox Fleet  is currently hiring a   Shop Paint Tech II   to join our Field Maintenance Team to support   future   growth of the Company.

This is an on-site   role   and we do not provide emergency road services. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you! Sr Shop Paint Technician will   be responsible for   formulating, mixing, and applying properly mixed and dispensed automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies, using spray-painting equipment, power tools, and other duties as assigned such as minor body repairs .

The Sr Shop Paint Technician can perform more advanced refinishing procedures such as multi-stage systems, two tone, and stripes. The Sr Shop Paint Technician   assists   Shop Paint Technician I and II with refinishing and continues to learn   additional   advanced refinishing skills . Heavily relied   upon for   troubleshooting including color match and paint imperfections .

A successful Sr Shop Paint Technician   complies with   all company policies and achieves   high level   performance metrics. Primary Duties/Key

Responsibilities

• Perform adjustments and intermediate   repair   various types   of truck and trailer equipment.
• Identify   problems,   determine   accuracy and relevance of information,   using   sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist Shop Paint Technician I & II with refinish troubleshooting.
• Perform advanced refinish troubleshooting and triage of complicated refinishing by Shop Paint Technicians I & II.
• Formulate and apply mixed and dispensed automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies   in accordance with   applicable standards and procedures.
• Mix only the amount of refinish products (primer, base and clear)   required   to cover repair/refinish area and limit waste, using paint suppliers “mix-management system ”.
• Update all paint supplier color, technical data and MSDS material as received.
• Assure all refinish products are properly formulated to meet color match and finish texture expectations,   utilizing   all tools and techniques provided by paint   suppliers   technical support system (i.e., TDS, color match system, etc.).
• Inspect refinish products to be used for proper formulation to meet color match and finish texture standards
• Maintain   a high level   of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform minor adjustments and body repairs on   various types   of truck and trailer equipment.
• Apply, mix, and dispense automotive refinish materials to vehicle surfaces and sub-assemblies   in accordance with   applicable standards and procedures.
• Inspect   the condition   of panels to be painted for any subtle defects in repair, prepping or masking;   refer   any issues discovered to supervisor.
• Work   with a high degree of independence.
• Clean and   maintain   all paint formulation and spray application equipment and   maintain   paint and storage areas
• Identify   problems,   determine   accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Work with   Shop   Manager to assess customer needs,   provide   information or   assistance ,   resolving   their problems, or   satisfying   their expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Support Shop Paint   Technician I   in obtaining correct materials for each job .
• Ensure adequate supply of   refinished   products to meet production requirements Education/Qualifications
• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any   level   degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years’ experience; or 7 years’ experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• ASE B2 (Painting and Refinishing) certification
• ASE B3 (Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair) certification
• ASE B5 (Mechanical and Electrical) certification Experience
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as   Paint   Technician on medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair or equivalent combination of technical education/certifications/skill/experiences.
• Associate's Degree , BA/BS or Technical certification + up to   2 year   experience
• 5 years of equivalent experience in a similar capacity Technician role. Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge of various paint equipment and paint systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner .    Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
• Use logic and reasoning to   identify   the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Understand the implications of   new information   for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Why Fleet Services   By   Cox Automotive?
• Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility
• Safe driving & tech efficiency bonuses
• Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement
• Extreme weather gear (cold & hot)
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available
• Take the service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!)
• Tablet & company cellphone provided
• Technical training provided to advance your career Drug Testing To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox.

Benefits

of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an

Equal Employment Opportunity

employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.