The Refinish Apprentice is responsible for refinishing damaged body parts and bodies of vehicles in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards.

The Refinish Apprentice Technician Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Rate of $22.50.

*This position is 100% on site at Lexus of Stevens Creek in San Jose, CA.

Perks of working with us:

• Weekly Pay - get paid every Friday.
• 401k with a generous Company match
• Vacation (accruals earned on Full Time or Part Time status)
• Vision, dental, and medical care benefits available to any team full time team member
• Team member Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts with Corporate Partners like GE, Dell, Oakley, Yeti, Ray Ban, and many more….
• Development and growth opportunities
• Free Employee Parking

• Works alongside an assigned Refinish Technician to learn how to refinish vehicles.
• Inspects vehicles that enter the paint shop to ensure it has passed all previous inspections and standards.
• Under the direction of the Refinish Technician, mixes paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors.
• Assist in the removal and installation of body parts and trim items and any part(s) associated with the aforementioned items.
• Assists the Refinish Technician in preparing vehicles for paint, by filling small dents and scratches with body fillers to smooth surfaces.
• Applies primer over any repairs made to vehicle surfaces.
• Buffs and wax the finished paintwork.
• Achieves production objectives set by Management.
• Maintains and wears all safety and protective equipment, including respirator.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous material.
• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Assists in the cleaning and maintenance of the spray booth, i.e.: cleaning floors, walls, fans. Replacing filters and liners as necessary.
• Assists in all other areas of the CRC, as needed.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
• Maintains a high level of grooming, hygiene, and uniform appearance.
• Maintains high ethical standards in all actions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This individual should possess:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience refinishing vehicles.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance related to vehicle refinishing; federal, state, and local regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardous waste; and mathematical principles (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and percentages) and application.
• Ability to operate manual transmission; pay attention to detail; determines cause of operating errors on a range of makes and models and decides what to do about it; determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do the job; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; and reads and comprehends instructions and information in the English language.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Individual will need to:

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Frequently bend, stretch, twist, or reach with their body, arms, and/or legs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs.
• Frequently bend, stretch, twist, or reach with their body, arms, and/or legs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including low and high temperatures, precipitation and wind, noisy environments, and small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Adjusting, moving, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Operating motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WHAT SETS US APART FROM THE COMPETITION!

Lexus of Stevens Creek is a proud member of the Penske Motor Group family of automotive dealerships.  We take a different approach than others in the industry.  We provide the best possible guest experience for the thousands of guests we serve annually, whether they are purchasing a new vehicle, a pre-owned vehicle or having their vehicle serviced by one of our expert Technicians. As the #1 New & Pre-Owned dealership in Northern California, we have the largest inventory, offer great values, above all we make sure that our Guests and Team Members are treated special; and that is one of the reasons that it's not only a pleasure to shop here but to work here as well.

We are looking for the best and brightest to join our team!

Are you eager, well-rounded, and ambitious? 

Do you value exceptional guest service? 

Are you ready for the new adventure in your career? 

Then apply with us today! 

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