Collision Painter Helper- BMW OF WEST HOUSTON

Collision Painter Helper- BMW OF WEST HOUSTON in Katy, TX at Sonic Automotive Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands. At BMW OF WEST HOUSTON, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc. Compensation (Hourly): $18.50 / hour Job Description Summary: The Collision Painter Helper will assist in preparing, painting, and finishing vehicles, ensuring quality and safety throughout the process while gaining hands-on experience in the body shop environment. Duties and Responsibilities: Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely. Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from work surfaces. Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated. Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain a smooth surface. Mixes paint and coating liquids according to specifications. Prepares surfaces by buffing, polishing, and spraying primer. Paints surfaces using sprayers or brushes, ensuring quality and desired color tone. Basic knowledge of automotive painting techniques, including the ability to mix paints and apply coatings with sprayers or brushes. Strong attention to detail for color matching, surface smoothness, and identifying imperfections to ensure high-quality finishes. Ability to properly prep surfaces through buffing, polishing, and applying primer to ensure smooth, ready-to-paint surfaces. Familiarity with different paint types, coatings, and tools, including sprayers and safety equipment. A genuine interest and enthusiasm for automotive painting, with a focus on long-term development in the painting trade rather than body work. All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA. All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks,drug testing, and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Compensation (Hourly): $18.50 / hour Schedule:

FULL TIME

5 days a week Sundayoff Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans 401k plan with company match Paid Time Off accrual Closed for Thanksgiving day and Christmas day Employee discounts on purchasing and leasing cars Free and discounted gym membership plans Opportunities for career advancement within a Fortune 500 company All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonic Automotive, Inc.