Job Description

The body shop Painter is responsible for preparing, painting, and refinishing vehicles, equipment, and related components to a high-quality professional standard. The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience with automotive or travel trailer painting, and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining safety and quality requirements.

Location: 353 Manitou Drive, Kitchener ON

Wage: $55,000 - $65,000 per year

What You'll be Doing:

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, masking, filling, and priming.
• Operate spray guns and other painting equipment to apply primers, base coats, clear coats, and industrial finishes.
• Match colours and ensure consistent finish and coverage.
• Perform painting and refinishing work on heavy equipment, vehicles, machinery, and components.
• Inspect completed work for imperfections, runs, sags, overspray, colour inconsistencies, and other defects.
• Perform touch-ups, corrections, and finishing work as required.
• Properly mix paints, primers, hardeners, reducers, and other coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain and clean spray guns, paint equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of paints and chemicals.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators and protective clothing where required.
• Maintain accurate work records and communicate any issues or material requirements to management.
• Work independently while also cooperating with mechanics, technicians, supervisors, and other shop personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
• Perform other duties related to painting, refinishing, and shop operations as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as an automotive or travel trailer painter.
• Experience with spray painting and refinishing techniques.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation, priming, colour matching, and finishing procedures.
• Ability to read and follow product specifications and technical instructions.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle painting materials and equipment.
• Ability to work in a shop environment and occasionally in outdoor conditions.
• Ability to work in confined or elevated areas when required.
• Ability to wear required respiratory and protective equipment for extended periods.

Work Environment The 310B Painter will primarily work in a shop, paint booth, or equipment repair environment. The position may involve exposure to paint fumes, dust, solvents, noise, and heavy equipment. All required safety procedures and PPE must be followed at all times.
Core Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Quality workmanship
• Reliability and punctuality
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Safety awareness
• Ability to work independently
• Professional attitude

So why work for us?

• The 401 Group of Companies is privately owned and 100% Canadian
• 40+ State-of-the-art facilities including a "Google-like" call centre and an 80,000 sq. ft. centralized service "Hub".
• A fun, fast-paced, and high-energy work environment with exciting initiatives and rewarding perks.
• Personalized coaching, mentoring, and training focused on both individual growth and team success.
• Empowering you to grow with meaningful career path planning and advancement opportunities.
• Health & wellness benefit enrollment opportunities
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Enjoy exclusive employee pricing on automotive parts and service, along with a special discount at the Blackshop.
• Perkopolis Enrollment
• On-site Parking

The 401 Group of Companies, is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's fastest growing Elite Business Management Groups offering a full line of automotive, recreational vehicle, powersport and marine products and services. Our headquarters is located in the thriving city of Cambridge, Ontario. Our brands include but aren't limited to Kia, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Subaru, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Buick, GMC, Yamaha, 401 Auto Financing, CampMart and Grand River Boats.

If you have a growth mindset like us, we'd love to see your resume and have a conversation. The opportunities at the 401 Group of Companies are endless!

This posting reflects a current and active opening.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. The 401 Group of Companies Recruiting Team is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact HR, 226-535-9077 or careers@401auto.ca

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.