DATTCO, INC

Auto Paint Technician

DATTCO, INC  •  Middletown, CT (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

DeVivo Companies has an opening for a full-time, first-shift Automotive Paint Technician at our body shop in Middletown, CT. The technician’s primary responsibility includes providing an exceptional and successful customer experience through meticulous refinishing to ensure a quality refinished repair of each customer’s vehicle to restore it back to pre-accident condition.

For over a century, DeVivo Companies has been the Northeast’s trusted leader in comprehensive transportation, fleet, and equipment solutions. With twelve locations, premier OEM partnerships, and a factory-trained team, we provide complete lifecycle support—from fleet maintenance and specialized commercial bus sales to full-scale parts operations. Our 100+ year legacy is built on a single mission: driving long-term success for the businesses and communities we serve. Learn more about us at www.devivocompanies.com

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Top Compensation: $18.00 - $48.00
  • Financial & Peace of Mind: 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:

  • Review body work for quality and completeness as it arrives in the paint department
  • Thoroughly mix, color match, and refinish each vehicle to restore it to pre-accident condition using paint management software
  • Complete all refinish operations as described in the work order
  • Efficiently use and maintain paint material inventory
  • Consistently utilize all required safety equipment, properly dispose of hazardous waste
  • Attend/collaborate with team to meet deadlines

Position Requirements:

  • 2+ years’ experience the automotive/truck/bus spray paint field
  • High school diploma, trade school or equivalent
  • Be able to work in a flexible, fast-paced environment
  • Driver’s licenseI-CAR or ASE training will set you above the crowd
  • Basic computer skills to log in and out work orders

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.

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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