PAINTER at Carter machinery

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Painter in Chesapeake, Virginia.  The Painter position is responsible for prepping, painting and refinishing Caterpillar and non-Caterpillar components and equipment.  Additional responsibilities include performing basic repairs to components and equipment as required. Seeking candidates with a minimum two years’ experience industrial painting, including six months using a high-volume low-pressure paint gun. High school diploma or GED required.

Requirements for the Painter position include:

• Must have basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to use tools and equipment correctly.
• Must be able to operate a paint gun.
• Must be able to wear and use a supplied Air Hood/helmet while in paint booth.

• Must be able to work additional hours to meet business and customer demands.

• Must be a strong communicator with excellent verbal skills.

• Must be able to positively interact with supervisor and to understand problems and concerns relating to a repair.
• Must be able to work as an integral part of a team.

• Must be able to work additional hours as needed to meet business and customer demands.

• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Painter job, including the ability to lift, carry and maneuver items up to 70 pounds, including bulky objects.  This position requires repeated reaching, standing, stooping, kneeling, bending and climbing beside, onto and under a variety of heavy equipment.  Work assignments will be completed on ladders, work platforms and high-reach baskets.  Able to hold and use high-pressure blast nozzle/paint sprayer for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Additional duties may be assigned.    

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.