Body Shop Painter Apprentice

Body Shop Painter Apprentice Lee Contracting, Inc.

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1 Pontiac, MI Job Details Apprenticeship 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Driver's License Rigging Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today! We are proud to offer our employees: Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs Paid Holidays Upon Hire Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance HSA with Employer Contribution Paid Time Off Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance Safety Bonus Program Employee Stock Ownership Program Work Travel Incentive Holiday Bonus And so much more! Responsibilities Follow direction from foremen and supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and safely Prepare metal and composite surfaces—cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming—for paint application Mix, match, and spray coatings using HVLP and airless spray systems under guidance of senior painters Maintain shop cleanliness by organizing tools, disposing of waste, and wiping down equipment at the end of each shift Assist with minor body repairs, including dent removal, filler application, and edge sealing Inspect finished work for adhesion, coverage, and aesthetic quality; correct defects as instructed Load / unload materials, paint, and supplies and transport them safely within the facility Coordinate with other departments (weld/fab, mechanical, electrical) to streamline project schedules Document work completed and report material or equipment needs promptly

Requirements:

Mechanically inclined with common hand tools (tape measure, power drills, levels, screwdrivers, etc.). Ability to work effectively with all personality types. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Self-directed and can work independently Valid driver's license.

Preferred Requirements:

Basic math skills prior experience with industrial or automotive painting, basic bodywork, or equipment prep Equipment experience: Aerial

• lift Operation
• Boom Lift (Preferred) Aerial
• lift Operation
• Scissor Lift (Preferred) Forklift Operation
• Material Handling up to 5000# (Preferred) Basic operation of trucks and equipment (Preferred) Trailer Loading and securing of construction material (Preferred)

Rigging Requirements:

Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure the safety of workers and materials. Utilize and understand the constraints of chains, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire rope slings. Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines Identifies common load configurations & positioning Rigger 1 training

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Physical Requirements:

Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height. Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment. Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces. Must be able to work in cold/hot environments. Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.