New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies.

As a key member of the Paint Shop team, this position is responsible for executing high-quality painting processes on large-scale transit vehicle components in a fast-paced production environment. This includes spraying, mixing, polishing, and maintaining painting equipment while ensuring precision and efficiency across a variety of metal and composite surfaces.

• Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.
• A continuous learning environment.
• Ability to advance your career with a growing company.
• NFI Group has been named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth since the competition was established in 2007.
• Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more.
• Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.

• Perform high-volume production painting on large transit bus components, ensuring a smooth and durable finish that meets quality standards.
• Review and interpret detailed blueprints and work instructions to confirm correct paint colors, application areas, and sequence of operations.
• Prepare and paint a variety of metal surfaces, including metal-on-metal, metal-on-weld, and metal-on-plastic applications, adjusting techniques based on material properties.
• Complete minor fiberglass repairs and surface preparation to ensure seamless paint application.
• Mix Axalta paint systems, including activators and primers, while adhering to manufacturer specifications to achieve optimal adhesion and durability.
• Apply paint using 1-quart gravity feed spray guns and 2-quart siphon feed spray guns, adjusting techniques to cover large surface areas efficiently.
• Maintain and clean spray guns, nozzles, and other painting equipment to ensure consistent application quality.
• Utilize advanced painting techniques, including feathering, blending, and masking, to achieve precise finishes.
• Work efficiently within a high-paced production environment, balancing quality, speed, and consistency to meet production targets.
• Follow strict safety procedures when handling paints, solvents, and pressurized equipment.

• Previous experience in high-volume automotive, heavy-duty transportation, or aviation painting is strongly preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints to determine paint application areas, color matching, and sequencing.
• In-depth knowledge of paint preparation, priming sequences, and finishing procedures for various materials, including aluminum, steel, fiberglass, and plastic.
• Hands-on experience working with Axalta paints or similar high-performance coatings is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify imperfections, inconsistencies, and proper adhesion.
• Ability to work efficiently under production deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, precision, and technique in spray painting applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, e­fficient and reliable.

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