Job: Auto Painter

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $25-$30/hr.

Location: Salida, CO.

Job Description:

We are under NEW OWNERSHIP and are EXCITED about the Future! Come help us build in Colorado!

From the start, Kaizen Collision Center was creative in choosing what opportunities to pursue. We embrace OEM Certifications, Dealership Relationships, electrical vehicle repair, employee training and building relationships within the community.

Kaizen means to continuously improve; this is our motto every day. Each day we work hard to provide customers with the highest level of auto repair service in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere.

What We Offer:

Exceptional Health Coverage with Zero Out-of-Pocket Costs

We offer health insurance through Curative, a plan designed to make healthcare simple and accessible. After completing a baseline visit, you'll receive access to the First Health network of providers and:

$0 deductible

$0 copays for in-network care and prescriptions

A preloaded cash card for approved out-of-network services

After your baseline visit, you’ll unlock $0 out-of-pocket for care—no copays, no deductibles. Just the monthly premium, and that’s it.

Competitive salary and performance incentives

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

We are excited for the next phase of growth and look forward to establishing Kaizen Collision Center as the leading repair platform in the country. With our continued growth, opportunities for employees and ability to supersede client relationships Kaizen will continue to grow.

Position Title: Paint Technician

Department: Operations

Reports to: General Manager

Position Summary:

The Paint Technician is responsible for refinishing all assigned vehicles using standard operating procedures in accordance with each written repair order.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritize daily workload to keep all vehicles on schedule for in-time delivery.
• Performs all refinish procedures:
• Mix paints to match color specifications or vehicles original colors using color charts.
• Follow OEM standards for blending formulas, topcoat application and curing.
• Prepare vehicle and parts for painting using proper techniques, equipment, and materials.
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces.
• Apply paper and masking tape to protect non-painted surfaces.
• Paint Maintenance: Maintain all tools and equipment.
• Keep workspace clean and organized.
• Ensure the paint area, prep station, paint booth, paint storage and paint mixing area are clean.
• Ensure all refinish products are stored as directed.
• May help with general paint booth maintenance.
• Materials: Effectively manage paint inventory and refinish supplies to meet production needs. Maintain acceptable cost per paint labor hour. Partner with location manager to support accurate and timely materials purchasing.
• Safety: Utilize all required safety equipment and follow proper refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines. Wear and use the required safety equipment (respirator, eye, and skin protectors), handle and dispose hazardous waste properly.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Job duties/Job description may be adjusted or added based on the needs of the business or at management discretion

Requirements:

• 2-5 years automotive painting and refinishing experience required.
• Prior refinish experience., sanding, masking, prepping, base coat, topcoat applications for refinishing vehicles to automotive specification standards.
• Automotive paint color matching experience and ability to follow technical support data to meet OEM color match.
• Certifications in paint procedures
• I-Car certifications
• Ability to work collaboratively with the team to meet shared objectives.
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Self-motivated.
• Valid drivers' license required.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing and able to pass a thorough background check.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.