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JOB DESCRIPTION

PAINTER, AUTOMOTIVE (automotive service) Body Work & Paint


This position is for a full time position, Monday – Friday, from 7:30 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. Employee is responsible to check all metal work before beginning. Grinding is to begin on the conversion section of the vehicle. Apply body filler where necessary. Block sand all side panels and windows until desired surface finish is obtained. Apply primer and let it dry. Block sand it again to get the surface ready for paint. Prep the vehicle so it is ready to go into the spray booth. Paint the vehicle and let it dry. When the paint has fully dried, color sand it and buff it. Install all exterior moldings and paint them with rust resistant paint, if necessary.

Paints surfaces of transportation equipment, such as automobiles, buses, and trucks, applying knowledge of surface preparation and painting techniques, using spray painting equipment, power tools, and work aids: Cleans, sands, and applies chemical solutions to prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting. Mixes and thins paint or other coating to specified color and consistency according to standard formulas or color charts, using spatula or mixing equipment and viscometer. Masks and covers surfaces not to be painted. Sprays specified amount or thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel, onto prepared surfaces, using spray equipment. Strips, sands, masks, and repaints surfaces, and blends and polishes finish to match surrounding areas, manually or using portable power tools. May apply or retouch paint, using brush. May lay out and paint insignias, symbols, designs, or other markings on painted surfaces, according to blueprints or specifications, using stencils, patterns, measuring instruments, brushes, or spray equipment. May regulate controls on equipment to cure and dry paint or other coatings. May set up portable ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding prior to painting. May operate lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas to be painted. May remove accessories from motor vehicles, such as chrome, mirrors, and windshield wipers, prior to repainting.

Removes upholstery, accessories, electrical and hydraulic window-and-seat-operating equipment, and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders. Positions dolly block against surface of dented area and beats opposite surface to remove dents, using hammer. Fills depressions with body filler, using putty knife. Removes damaged fenders, panels, and grills, using wrenches and cutting torch, and bolts or welds replacement parts in position, using wrenches or welding equipment. Straightens bent automobile frames, using pneumatic frame straightening machine. Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools. Refinishes repaired surface, using paint spray gun and sander. Aims headlights, aligns wheels, and bleeds hydraulic brake system. May paint
surfaces after performing body repairs and be designated Automobile-Body Repairer, Combination (automotive ser.). May repair or replace defective mechanical parts

For repainting and polishes repainted vehicles: Sands rough spots on automotive vehicle. Sprays scratched areas with filler solution, using spray gun. Applies paper and masking tape to protect unpainted surfaces, such as bumpers, windows, and chrome trim. Removes gloss from intermediate coats of paint, using wet sandpaper, to ensure adherence of next coat. Polishes final coat of paint, using polishing compound and cloth. Paints surfaces not readily accessible, such as wheels and underside of fenders, using brush and spray gun. May remove and replace chrome moldings and trim. May brush or spray undercoating material on replaced parts. Performs other duties as prescribed. Employee will also be responsible for special requests that are made to him by the General Manager.

Benefits

Upon completing the 90 day introductory period, the full time employee will automatically be added to the company's current health plan, which includes health, dental, and vision, at no cost to the employee. Additional family members and dependents can be added and will be at an additional cost to the employee for which the employee authorizes LimeLite to deduct the cost for the dependant(s) from their paycheck.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS AND CONTINGENCIES

All new employees are placed on a 90-day introductory period. During this period, the service representative will be instructed and familiarized with company protocol regarding policy, equipment & computer usage, paper work flow procedures, operational procedures, sales techniques, industry overview, with all necessary job training and related functions along with various industry specific information. On the 91st day of employment the employee is eligible for a performance evaluation. Comprehension, capability, compliance with company policy, ability to advance along with all other job related concerns will be determined during this evaluation. Performance evaluations will be scheduled to take place annually, after the initial evaluation. Additional evaluations may take place for advancement, disciplinary, performance monitoring, or any other purpose deemed necessary by management. LimeLite reserves the right to terminate employment opportunity immediately with any service representative, which displays disregard for, or poses a threat to, company personnel or equipment. Additionally and foremost, failure to comply with company policy shall be grounds for immediate termination.
 
Comprehension, capability, compliance with Company policy, ability to advance along with all other job related concerns will be determined during this evaluation. Performance evaluations will be scheduled to take place annually, after the initial evaluation. Additional evaluations may take place for advancement, disciplinary, performance monitoring, or any other purpose deemed necessary by management.· Comprehension, capability, compliance with Company policy, ability to advance along with all other job related concerns will be determined during this evaluation. Performance evaluations will be scheduled to take place annually, after the initial evaluation. Additional evaluations may take place for advancement, disciplinary, performance monitoring, or any other purpose deemed necessary by management.
   
LimeLite reserves the right to terminate employment opportunity immediately with any employee that displays disregard for, or poses a threat to, Company personnel or equipment. Additionally and foremost, failure to comply with Company policy shall be grounds for immediate termination.
   

This employment agreement may be terminated at any time by either party with proper notification. This position is considered an “at-will” employment.

CHRISTMAS PAY

Employee will be entitled to a Christmas Bonus. Amount is TBD.


RETIREMENT PLAN

After 6 months of continuous employment, employee will be eligible to enroll in a simple I.R.A. where LimeLite will match up to 3% of your gross income, up to a maximum of $8K/Year.


VACATION PAY

The following schedule is the standard vacation plan that is offered, for full time employees, starting with the first year anniversary. Any variation to the vacation plan must be approved by management. A request for vacation must be submitted on a time off request form at least two weeks in advance. It is recommended that a vacation time off request be submitted as far in advance as possible.

One (1) week paid vacation after the first year of employment.
Two (2) weeks paid vacation per year thereafter. Vacation time does not accrue until after the first (1) year of employment.

   

FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE
Unpaid leave must be granted for any of the following reasons:
To care for the employee’s child after birth, or placement for adoption or foster care;
To care for the employee’s spouse, son or daughter, or parent, who has a serious health condition; or
For a serious health condition that makes the employee unable to perform the employee’s job.
The employee must provide 30 days advance notice when the leave is “foreseeable.”
An employer may require medical certification to support a request for leave because of a serious health condition, and may require second or third opinions (at the employer’s expense) and a fitness for duty report to return to work.
   
Non-Compete Agreement 

Employee, upon termination of employment, for a period of one (1) year, may not solicit or perform service for any customer of LimeLite. Employee may not use customer lists, which is provided in the form of, but not limited to, trip tickets, lists and/or computer database, for any purpose whatsoever, that is not directly related to use of, or for the sole benefit of LimeLite. All customer lists, in any form, are the private property of LimeLite. All reservations, sales and operational techniques developed by, and used by LimeLite are considered to be trade secrets and intellectual property, which is not to be used, or given for use, to any other limousine or ground transportation service, or to be used by a previous employee, in any limousine industry or ground transportation service position for the benefit or any third party.
   
Compensation
Employee will be paid $__________________________________.



Summary

The ideal employee is a hard working individual who is on time, possesses excellent communication skills and is good at meeting deadlines before they are due. The ability to multi task is also important. Employee should possess a good sense of priorities with jobs that are necessary to be performed. Performs their duties in a expedient and professional manner.
Has a good selection of professional tools and equipment. Actually resolves the problem and works well with others. Arrives to work on time. Is always on schedule, and does not provide excuses. Maintains their work area, tools and shop equipment in a clean and functional manner with having to be constantly reminded. Adheres to company policy. Focuses on developing procedures to improve work flow and maximize results. Follows direction well and uses the chain of command. Is capable of working well with fellow employees and management. Is aware of all supplies and maintains supplies at proper levels. Is truly concerned with the mechanical and safety conditions of the vehicles to assure that every vehicle is at 100% when it is delivered to our clients. Employee should lead by example. Aspires to professional growth.

Signed & Dated (Employee):_________________________________

Signed & Dated (LimeLite):__________________________________

   


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