Body Shop Painter

ALL IN ON A REWARDING CAREER AT INLAND 

Inland Truck & Equipment is an industry leader in the heavy-duty truck and equipment sales, service, and parts marketplace. When we say we're ALL IN, we mean we're all in on you and your career. 

We are a great place to work-with competitive pay and benefits, mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that prioritizes teamwork, safety, and community support. We are committed to embracing new technology, ensuring that we stay at the forefront of innovation in our industry. With over 1,700 employees across 44 locations in North America, we provide exciting employment opportunities that can drive your future growth. 

Join us at Inland Truck & Equipment and go ALL IN on a career that has it all.

This position is located at our sales and service dealership in Langley, BC. 

WAGE RANGE

The wage range for this role is $28.74- $47.91 depending on experience.

CANADA BENEFITS PACKAGE

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

 

• Extended Medical (including Vision)
• Dental
• Prescription benefits
• RRSP with employer matching program
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• On-going training opportunities
• Annual tool and boot allowances

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Body Shop Painter will be responsible for refinishing truck body parts and bodies of trucks in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards under the supervision of a qualified Body Shop Painter, while also fulfilling the education and training requirements of the apprenticeship/certification.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• Prepare vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, priming, and cleaning surfaces.
• Mix and match paint colors using computerized systems or manual techniques.
• Apply paint using spray guns and other equipment in a controlled booth environment.
• Inspect finished work for quality, consistency, and proper curing.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Collaborate with estimators, technicians, and other team members to meet production timelines.
• Perform minor repairs or touch-ups as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations.

• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely
• Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from work surface
• Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated
• Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth surface
• Mixes paint according to specifications
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired colour
• Paints surface using sprayer or brush as appropriate
• Heats and sprays wax onto products after they are tested
• Maintains tools and keeps equipment clean and in a proper state of repair
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials
• Reports and deviations to management
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with the company's Health & Safety Manual
• Other duties may be assigned

WHAT WE LOOK FOR 
 

• 1+ years related experience, or equivalent training, education and experience
• Strong knowledge of pain mixing, application techniques, and refinishing processes
• Familiarity with waterborne and solvent paint systems
• Fiberglass and plastic preparation and refinishing experience a bonus
• Ability to work with multiple refinishing products a bonus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product high quality work
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25kgs or 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk around body shop floor for long periods of time

If you are looking for an opportunity to become a part of a dynamic team of professionals, we invite you to apply today.