DATTCO, INC

Auto Paint Prepper

DATTCO, INC  •  $18/hr  •  Onsite  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

DeVivo Companies is hiring a full-time, alternative-shift Auto Paint Prepper for our Middletown, CT body shop. In this entry-level role, you will prepare vehicles for the repair process, helping our technicians deliver high-quality results while learning the business and growing your career.

With over a century of service and 12 Northeast locations, DeVivo Companies delivers comprehensive transportation, fleet, and equipment solutions. From maintenance and parts to commercial vehicle sales, we provide complete lifecycle support to keep businesses and municipalities moving.

Learn more at devivocompanies.com

Why You Will Love Working Here:

  • Compensation of $18.00-24.00/hour
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending account, and a 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Growth & Training: Paid factory training, certification reimbursements, and a strict policy of promoting from within.
  • Work Environment: Modern, clean, bright, and well-heated shop with flexible scheduling and generous PTO.
  • Perks: Uniform & boot program, plus employee referral bonuses.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Prepare vehicles properly for paint, including washing, taping, masking, etc.
  • Identify imperfections
  • Rub and polish completed vehicles
  • Assist technician in other areas as assigned
  • Attend/collaborate with team during daily production meetings
  • Work closely with coworkers to meet deadlines
  • Keep parts area clean and organized for production efficiency
  • Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate manner.

Position Requirements:

  • 1+ years’ experience in a related field
  • High school diploma, trade school or equivalent
  • Be able to work in a flexible, fast-paced environment
  • Driver’s license
  • I-CAR or ASE training will set you above the crowd

Questions? Call/text Frank at (781) 770-9173 or frank.vardaro@devivocompanies.com

DATTCO, INC

About DATTCO, INC

Founded in 1924 as MASTCO by the visionary Ruth Mutter, DATTCO has evolved into a third generation DeVivo family enterprise within the transportation industry. Headquartered in the heart of New Britain, Connecticut, we've transformed from a modest three-school-bus operation into a transportation conglomerate. Today, our school bus division shuttles over 140,000 students across Connecticut and Rhode Island daily. We are a one-stop shop for bus/vehicle transportation needs by providing vehicle service, maintenance repairs, fleet management, collision repair, and sales in the northeast. DATTCO operates a motor Coach & Tour Group that supplies charter services and tours across the U.S. In addition, the company operates intercity bus service via Megabus. Our coach and tour division are the official transportation providers for the Connecticut Yard Goats baseball team, Hartford Wolfpack hockey, and the NCAA champions University of Connecticut and Quinnipiac University amongst numerous other colleges and universities.

DATTCO leadership has taken the initiator role within the state in the transformation to electric vehicles, reducing greenhouse gas emission, and creating cleaner air. We are influencers shaping legislative agendas for a greener future.

DATTCO’s strategic vision has grown to expand its business portfolio to include in its family of brands: DeVivo Companies, Capacity Yard Trucks, Penguin Trailers, Accelerated Property Management, Thermo King Northeast, Northeast Tool Distributors, and New England TruckMaster.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
New Britain, CT
Year Founded
1924
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