Automotive Painter / Collision Refinishing Technician (Fargo)
baileys automotive servicesFargo (ND)
Automotive Painter / Collision Refinishing Technician (Fargo)
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baileys automotive servicesFargo (ND)
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About the role
Automotive Painter / Collision Refinishing Technician Bailey's is looking for an Automotive Painter / Collision Refinishing Technician to join our growing team in the Fargo/Moorhead area. If you take pride in producing high-quality finishes, enjoy working in the automotive industry, and want to build your career with a company that invests in its people, this could be a great opportunity. You'll work closely with our body technicians, production team, and management to properly prepare and refinish vehicles, maintain quality standards, and help keep repairs moving efficiently through the shop. Why Join Bailey's? Bailey's began in 2009 providing paintless dent repair to body shops and dealerships across the country. We expanded into the Fargo/Moorhead market in 2012 and have continued to grow, adding our own facility in 2014, vehicle detailing in 2016, and auto body services in 2018. Coming soon will be our new 24,000 sq. ft. headquarters located at 3102 36th Street South, Fargo, ND 58103.Our high standards, strong team culture, and commitment to our people set us apart. Our vision is to grow our people and serve our community. We believe the company thrives when our team thrives first. You'll have opportunities to learn new skills, receive paid training, take on additional responsibilities, and grow within a unique automotive business offering multiple services.
What You'll Do:
As an Automotive Painter, you'll play an important role in producing safe, high-quality repairs and a finished product our customers can be proud of.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Prepare vehicles and parts for refinishing
- Sand, feather-edge, prime, seal, and mask vehicles as needed
- Mix and match automotive paint
- Apply primers, sealers, basecoat, and clearcoat
- Refinish repaired and replacement panels
- Blend adjacent panels when required
- Inspect painted surfaces for proper color match, coverage, texture, and finish
- Identify and correct paint imperfections
- Buff and polish refinished surfaces as needed
- Follow paint manufacturer procedures and technical guidelines
- Follow OEM repair procedures
- Maintain spray guns, paint equipment, and refinishing tools
- Keep the paint booth, mixing room, and work area clean and organized
- Communicate effectively with body technicians, production staff, and management
- Notify management of repair concerns or issues that could affect quality or production
- Help keep repairs moving according to schedule
- Meet quality and production deadlines
- Review completed work before vehicles move to the next stage of production
- Assist other team members when needed
- Help identify problems and develop solutions that improve workflow
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, quality-focused, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced collision repair environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Ability to pass a drug and background check
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to produce consistent, high-quality refinishing work
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Self-motivated approach to work
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn new products, procedures, and refinishing techniques
- Ability to adapt to changing production needs
- Positive attitude
- Professional demeanor
- Willingness to take initiative
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members
- Willingness to put in additional time when necessary
- Commitment to company policies, procedures, safety standards, and a smooth team workflow
- Own tools or ability to provide the tools required for the position
We're looking for someone who can work hard, produce quality work, communicate well, have fun, and contribute positively to the team.
Automotive Refinishing Experience
Previous automotive refinishing experience is strongly preferred.
Experience in any of the following is a plus:2+ years of automotive refinishing or painting experience
Collision repair experience
Automotive paint preparation
Color matching and paint mixing
Blending and refinishing panels
Primer and sealer application
Buffing and polishing
Plastic repair
Working with waterborne paint systems
Working in a production collision repair environment
We're looking for someone who has the work ethic, attention to detail, quality standards, and willingness to continually improve needed to succeed.
The Right Personality Matters
At Bailey's, we're looking for more than someone who can complete a checklist.
The right person is:
Fun and energetic
Positive and dependable
Responsible and honest
Self-motivated
Detail-oriented
Proud of the quality of their work
Willing to jump in and help the team
Able to laugh and enjoy the work while still taking responsibilities seriously
Interested in learning and developing new skills
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Focused on finding solutions rather than simply identifying problems
Willing to accept feedback and continually improve
Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods
- Bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work around vehicles
- Perform repetitive sanding and refinishing tasks
- Work around paint booths and refinishing equipment
- Wear required personal protective equipment
- Lift up to approximately 45 lbs.
Benefits & Perks:
Bailey's offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth, including:
- Health insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan
- Supplemental insurance
- Group and voluntary term life/AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Paid time off
- Vacation, personal, and sick time
- Flexibility with time off
- Paid training and opportunities to learn new skills
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Physical, financial, and mental wellness resources
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community
- Company attire
- Shop use
- Discounts on parts and services
- Costco membership
Build Your Career at Bailey'sThis is an opportunity to build more than just a job in the automotive industry.
As Bailey's continues to grow, you'll have opportunities to develop your refinishing skills, learn new products and techniques, take on additional responsibilities, and advance within the company.
We believe in growing our people and creating an environment where team members can build long-term careers.
Apply TodayIf you're an experienced Automotive Refinishing Technician, Auto Body Painter, or Collision Refinish Technician looking for an opportunity to grow with a strong automotive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a team that works hard, supports one another, serves the community, and believes that when our team thrives, our company thrives.
Apply today to join Bailey's!
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