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Truck and Trailer Specialties Painter Prep Technician in Dutton, Michigan
Truck & Trailer Specialties, with two Michigan locations, has been serving the public works and commercial trucking industry since 1974. Truck & Trailer Specialties originated and remains in the small west Michigan town of Dutton, Michigan, located just south of Grand Rapids. The company was founded by the father & son team of Cal and Dan Bouwman. Spring of 2013 saw the opening of the newest Truck & Trailer facility in Howell, Michigan. Truck & Trailer Specialties prides itself on extraordinary craftsmanship, ingenuity and loyal longtime customers. All Truck & Trailer locations feature full-service, truck upfit facilities including body & paint shops, welding & fabrication capabilities, complete line of truck bodies & attachments, and mobile hydraulic system expertise specializing in closed-center systems with load-sense piston pumps, Bosch Rexroth being the premier supplier.
BENEFITS:
Company-Paid Health Insurance Employer-Funded HRA Balance Company-Paid Life Insurance Additional Voluntary Insurance Options Eligible For Annual Pay Increases Eligible For Bi-Annual Bonuses 3% Annual 401(k) Match Paid Time Off & Company Holidays Company-Paid Uniforms Up to $500 Annual Tool Allowance $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
*Job Title: Painter Prep Technician *
Reports to: Body Shop Manager
Department: Body Shop
Job Summary:
Responsible for supporting daily operations in the body shop by performing taping, sanding, grinding, and touch-up work on new and repaired trucks, work trailers, and vans.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
*Duties/Responsibilities: *
*Support daily functions including, but not limited to: *
Thoroughly disassemble, repair, and reassemble vehicles as needed Prepare and sand body areas to be painted; cover bumpers, windows, and trim Use power sanders and grinders Janitorial work beyond keeping work area uncluttered and swept Work a 10-hour shift Monday through Friday, and a 4 hour shift two Saturdays a month Other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
*Required Skills/Abilities: *
General comprehension of, and experience in, the truck build up process General understanding of truck components General mechanical aptitude Ability to work alone with minimal or no supervision Ability to use hand tools Follow all company safety rules and policies and operate equipment in a safe manner Ability to effectively perform job functions with input from manager and customers Great attitude and ability to work with others Good communication skills, written and verbal Knowledge of computers and various software programs is desirable
*Education and Experience: *
High school diploma or equivalent Current regular driver's license to move our vehicles Auto body / collision repair experience Forklift operator certification Overhead crane operator certification
Physical Requirements (representative but not exhaustive):
Sitting, crouching, kneeling Fit in tight spaces Manual finger dexterity Heavy lifting; 50 pounds or more Twisting, bending, reaching, and stretching Long periods of standing Exposure to shop noise and dust Exposure to moving mechanical parts and vehicles Exposure to hot and cold temperatures
*Core Values: *
Integrity with a strong moral compass Exceptional work ethic with grit Team player attitude Innovation
Salary Description:
$18 - $20 /