Commercial Auto Body Painter

Bob's Services, LLC   Anchorage, AK   Full-time     Mechanic/Technician
Posted on October 2, 2024

Job Description:  Commercial Auto Body Painter
Location: 2009 Spar Ave. Anchorage AK 99501

About Us:

Bob’s Services, Inc. was founded in 1952 with one employee and grown to nearly 50 full time employees over the past 70 years.  As a successful family-owned business, we are proud to support to our employees, their Alaskan families, and our community.  As a testament to our treatment of employees and our company’s values, the average tenure of our employee base is nearly 10 years. 

We are seeking a skilled Sandblaster and Painter. Experience is preferred but we will train the right person.  The varying projects will keep you from getting bored!  This is a full-time Anchorage based position with no travel with room for growth.

Job Duties

  • Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
  • Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from work surface.
  • Masks and protect parts that are not to be painted or coated.
  • Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth surface.
  • Mixes paint according to specifications.
  • Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color.
  • Paints surface using sprayer or brush as appropriate.
  • Inspects painted units for quality of workmanship, noting any runs, sags, and unpainted areas.
  • Heats and sprays wax onto products after they are tested.
  • Maintains tools and keeps equipment clean and in a proper state of repair.
  • Keeps work area clean.
  • Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
  • Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
  • Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
  • Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know etc.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

  • Regular and reliable attendance.  Be on time and ready to work with proper PPE.
  • Operating high-pressure hoses to blast away layers of paint from surfaces.
  • Inspecting blasting operations to ensure safety regulations are met.
  • Maintaining and cleaning tools and equipment to ensure the best operation of all machines and tools.

Skills and Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Proven experience as a Parts counter person.
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, good communications skills.
  • Ability to independently research issues, make decisions and solve problems.
  • Ability to complete multiple projects within time constraints.
  • Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use personal protective equipment.
  • Physically fit and able to lift 50 lbs and work in confined spaces.
  • Must be able to pass a drug test.

Benefits:

  • Pay starting at $25 depending on experience
  • Fulltime, year-round permanent position
  • Anchorage position with no travel
  • Weekends off:  7 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday Schedule
  • Traditional Medical and Dental insurance coverage for $20 per month for single employee
  • $1,500 HSA annual account contribution for single employee ($2,500 for family)
  • Retirement plan with 3% employer match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) accrues vacation and sick leave.
  • Employer paid life and disability insurance.