Lexus of Stevens Creek Refinish Apprentice Technician

Penske - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

Truck Transportation

About the position

The Refinish Apprentice is responsible for refinishing damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards. This position is 100% on site at Lexus of Stevens Creek in San Jose, CA. The Refinish Apprentice Technician Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Rate of $22.50.

Responsibilities

• Works alongside an assigned Refinish Technician to learn how to refinish vehicles.
• Inspects vehicles that enter the paint shop to ensure it has passed all previous inspections and standards.
• Under the direction of the Refinish Technician, mixes paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors.
• Assist in the removal and installation of body parts and trim items and any part(s) associated with the aforementioned items.
• Assists the Refinish Technician in preparing vehicles for paint, by filling small dents and scratches with body fillers to smooth surfaces.
• Applies primer over any repairs made to vehicle surfaces.
• Buffs and wax the finished paintwork.
• Achieves production objectives set by Management.
• Maintains and wears all safety and protective equipment, including respirator.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous material.
• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Assists in the cleaning and maintenance of the spray booth, i.e.: cleaning floors, walls, fans. Replacing filters and liners as necessary.
• Assists in all other areas of the CRC, as needed.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
• Maintains a high level of grooming, hygiene, and uniform appearance.
• Maintains high ethical standards in all actions.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience refinishing vehicles.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance related to vehicle refinishing.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardous waste.
• Ability to perform mathematical principles (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and percentages) and application.
• Ability to operate manual transmission.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Determine cause of operating errors on a range of makes and models and decide what to do about it.
• Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do the job.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Read and comprehend instructions and information in the English language.
• Must have a valid driver's license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay - get paid every Friday.
• 401k with a generous Company match.
• Vacation (accruals earned on Full Time or Part Time status).
• Vision, dental, and medical care benefits available to any team full time team member.
• Team member Referral Bonus Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts with Corporate Partners like GE, Dell, Oakley, Yeti, Ray Ban, and many more.
• Development and growth opportunities.
• Free Employee Parking.