Automotive Painter, Tactical Response Team

What to Expect
We are looking for an experienced Painter to work on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world on the Collision Tactical Response Team. The Collision Tactical Response Team quickly deploys to support factory initiatives to minimize impact on the field, support high backlog locations, and new location openings. This position is home based through a local Tesla collision center; however, it requires regular travel in support of other collision centers and factory operations.
This role will be based out of a designated Tesla Collision Center.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for following proper repair procedures and performs all refinish procedures according to factory specifications
• Utilize air sanders, spray guns, and sanding blocks
• Manage and control materials cost maximizing usage and inventory
• Follow all paint manufacturing guidelines. Spray test panels for each vehicle to ensure color match. Prepare color tint to match paint color, mix paint colors and top coating. Ensure that all paint operations are complete, and all masking is removed
• Assist in prep work when necessary
• Maintain clean, orderly and organized work area
• Comply with safety rules, guidelines and standards. Adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience as a Painter
• Role is up to 75% travel, with the ability to support up to 3 consecutive weeks when deployed. Ability to travel with your own tools
• Capable of seamlessly integrating with multiple different teams on wide variety of different technical repairs and processes
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and to work independently in limited supervision environments
• Willingness to work overtime if required
• Vocational Certificate in Collision Repair and Tesla experience, preferred