Buffer Job at APS East Coast Inc, Jacksonville, FL

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  • APS East Coast Inc
  • Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

AMPORTS has been a leader in the global automotive service industry for over 60 years. With multiple locations in the United States and Mexico, AMPORTS is one of the largest auto processors in North America. We believe in a perpetual commitment to quality, safety, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Our purpose at AMPORTS is to leverage our port and terminal infrastructure, creating capacity, value, and supply chain solutions for finished vehicles. We take pride in providing service to our customers that is matched by no other. We know how to work hard, play hard, and recognize success. We want to welcome go-getters who are motivate to focus on pooling resources, knowledge, and skills to get a job done.

Compensation: $19 to $22/hour.

Summary/Objective

Body Shop Buffer is a skilled craftsperson responsible for polishing and nibbing minor imperfections after vehicles have been painted. The body shop Buffer is responsible for the final stage of the automotive refinishing process, ensuring that vehicles leave our shop with a flawless and polished appearance.

Essential Functions

  • Utilize various tools and equipment, such as buffing machines, polishing compounds, and sandpaper, to remove imperfections from the vehicle's surface and achieve a smooth, glossy finish.
  • Prepare vehicle surfaces by cleaning, masking, and sanding as needed to ensure the best results during the buffing process.
  • Conduct thorough inspections to identify any remaining imperfections, such as swirl marks, scratches, or blemishes, and address them to meet quality standards.
  • Ensure that the paint color and finish match the vehicle's original specifications, and make any necessary adjustments to achieve consistency.
  • Follow all shop policies and procedures as well as all safety standards and environmental regulations.
  • Helps maintain shop appearance.

Competencies

  • Strong technical performance record.
  • Ability to work independently or as a team.
  • Attention to detail and an eye for perfection.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Results-oriented and self-starter.

Work Environment

Outdoors exposed to changing and/or extreme weather conditions.

Physical Demands

Moderate physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a productive nature. Manual dexterity sufficient to reach and handle items.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are primarily 8 hours each day, Monday through Friday on a day shift. This position may require overtime.

Required Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree); or 3-5 years Bodyshop experience and/or training.

Possess tools of the trade.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a TWIC badge (Transportation Working Identification Credential).

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AMPORTS is an equal opportunity employer and diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Tags

Full time, Outdoor, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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