Painter's Assistant

Omega Paint & Body, a division of Nelson Mazda Tulsa

Join the Omega Paint & Body Team!

Omega Paint & Body, a division of Nelson Mazda Tulsa, is looking for a dependable, hardworking Painter's Assistant to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in quality work, and wants to be part of a fast-paced automotive reconditioning team.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Report time no later than 8:00 AM each workday
• Occasional Saturday shifts may be required to meet business demands
• Earlier start times during the summer (as early as 5:30 AM) are expected to help beat the heat
• Winter start times may vary based on weather conditions and daylight

Compensation

• Starting Pay: $15.00 per hour
• Full-time position averaging 40–45 hours per week

Responsibilities

The Painter's Assistant supports the Omega Paint & Body Painter with daily operations and helps ensure vehicles are prepared and completed efficiently.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare vehicles for paint by washing, cleaning, sanding, masking, and taping
• Move vehicles between the paint area and dealership lot
• Restock paint trailer supplies and communicate inventory needs
• Assist the Sales and Service Departments with paint corrections and customer-related paint concerns
• Clean and maintain painting tools, equipment, and work areas
• Remove trash and maintain a clean, organized paint area
• Communicate daily with the Nelson Inventory Team regarding vehicle reconditioning priorities
• Assist the painter with additional duties as needed to support daily operations

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to safely operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles is preferred
• Previous automotive, body shop, or paint preparation experience is a plus, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors for the entire shift in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to push and pull equipment, tools, and vehicles as needed
• Must be able to safely enter and exit vehicles repeatedly throughout the day
• Ability to use hand tools, sanding equipment, and other automotive preparation tools
• Must have sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to safely perform job duties
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, gloves, and eye protection, when necessary

Omega Paint & Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer.