Now Hiring: Heavy Duty Bodyworker/Painter


Location: Winston, GA | Job Type: Full-time | Pay: $20.00 – $35.00 per hour

About the Role

Sounders Truck Repair is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bodyworker/Painter to join our expert repair team. This role is critical in restoring commercial trucks and trailers to a like-new condition after accidents or cosmetic damage. Your craftsmanship will directly reflect our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction

Responsibilities

  • Collision Repair:
    Restore truck and trailer bodies after accidents, including dent removal, frame straightening, and structural alignment.

    Surface Prep & Painting:
    Sand, prime, mask, and paint vehicles using professional spray techniques. Ensure durable, color-matched, and smooth finishes.

    Custom Finishes:
    Perform decal removal/installations, touch-ups, and custom paint requests per customer or fleet branding standards.

    Welding & Fabrication:
    Conduct minor welding and metalwork repairs, as needed, on body panels and frames.

    Material Handling:
    Mix and match paints correctly, maintain paint booth cleanliness, and follow environmental and safety regulations.

    Repair Documentation:
    Maintain accurate records of repairs, paint codes, materials used, and work hours for insurance or billing purposes.

    Team Collaboration:
    Work closely with mechanics, parts coordinators, and supervisors to prioritize tasks and streamline repair processes.

Qualifications

  • Experience:
    3–5 years of professional experience in automotive or commercial truck bodywork and painting.

    Technical Skills:
    Proficiency in using paint guns, sanding tools, welding equipment, body fillers, and frame alignment machinery.

    Detail-Oriented:
    Excellent eye for color matching and surface perfection. Ability to produce showroom-quality finishes under deadlines.

    Physical Requirements:
    Able to lift up to 75 lbs, bend, stoop, stand for long periods, and work in a paint booth environment.

    Languages:
    Proficiency in English, Russian, and/or Ukrainian is a plus.

    Certifications:
    I-CAR, ASE Refinish, or OEM paint training certifications are a plus.

Benefits

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • Accident Insurance

  • Disability Insurance

  • Life Insurance

Schedule

  • 8 to 10-hour shifts available

  • Monday to Friday availability preferred

  • In-person position located in Winston, GA (30187)

Apply Today

Be part of a high-performing, close-knit team where your expertise truly matters. At Sounders Truck Repair, we’re committed to delivering top-tier service, especially in high-stakes post-accident repair situations.

Fill out application below to apply now and take the next step in your diesel mechanic career.