Body Shop Painter

Since 1981, Peterbilt Manitoba Ltd. has been proud to sell and support the iconic Peterbilt truck brand. Peterbilt Manitoba Ltd. is a multiple award-winning, full-service dealership offering the complete Peterbilt line of new and used heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks, service, Body Shop, and parts. The dealerships’ goal is to provide the Manitoba region with continued professional and reliable service and with a product that beats the continuation in quality, performance, durability, original rugged appeal and class.

Peterbilt Manitoba Ltd. is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Body Shop Painterto join the Winnipeg Body Shop Department. Reporting to the Body Shop Manager, the Body Shop Painterwill provide timely and quality repair, painting, and servicing of heavy-duty truck components.

The Role:

• Disassemble, reassemble, and prepare heavy trucks for painting
• Mask and tape truck body surfaces in preparation for painting
• Apply primer and repaint truck body surfaces; utilize air spray equipment to spray all types of automotive and industrial finishes
• Mix, blend, and match paint colours
• Refinish chassis of heavy trucks
• Follow safe work procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years work experience in the automotive painter trade is required
• Completion of a high school or college automotive painting program is considered an asset
• Previous experience with Imron 5000 and 6000 paint systems is required
• I-Car Points are considered an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge and comprehensive understanding of equipment, materials, and paint techniques
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Keen attention to detail; highly skilled in masking and colour matching
• Ability to lift 50lbs consistently and safely
• Must be comfortable working on ladders, man lifts, and platforms

What We Offer:

• Annual tool and boot allowance
• Company provided coveralls and safety gear
• Company paid extended health, dental, and vision care
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Company matched pension plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid on-the-job training and continued paid training
• Growth opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Referral bonus program

Peterbilt Manitoba Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $24.45-$37.62 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• auto body paint: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person