Auto Body Painter Helper (Union)

@ Cox Automotive
Cox Automotivecoxautomotive.com

Auto Body Painter Helper (Union)

Garden City, MI
Posted 5 days ago

About the job

Our company specializes in vehicle body repair and painting, seeking an Auto Body Painter Helper to assist technicians, learn processes, and support workflow in a dynamic shop environment.

Requirements

  • 1+ years auto body/paint experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to operate manual/automatic vehicles
  • Basic mechanical aptitude

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Willingness to learn automotive paint processes
  • Ability to lift 15 pounds
  • Good manual dexterity

Full job description

Auto Body Painter Helper (Union)

Key Responsibilities

Serves as an entry-level technician. With guidance, performs Technician duties, including:

  • Perform vehicle cleaning and preparation, including washing, wheel cleaning, waxing, buffing, and polishing.
  • Completing work order documentation.
  • Prepare vehicle surfaces for buffing and refinishing.
  • Remove imperfections and restore panels to OEM quality standards.
  • Inspect finished body panels to ensure proper color match and consistent finish texture.
  • Remove compound and polish residue from buffed panels.
  • Move vehicles as needed to support workflow throughout the detailing and painting process.
  • Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures.


Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • 1+ years of experience in an auto body/paint shop, vocational, or technical school in automotive program.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
  • Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn automotive paint processes.


Physical Requirements & Work Environment

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear.
  • Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, and climb.
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds (e.g., tools and materials).
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions and maintain manual dexterity in a production environment.


SMCOX

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets
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