Painter

Posted Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Empire technicians are the lifeline to our clients - trained professionals who work on machinery and equipment produced by Caterpillar, one of the leading large-scale mobile machinery manufacturers in the world.

We are seeking seasoned shop and field technicians/mechanics with experience in similar heavy equipment dealerships to join our third-generation, family-owned organization. We have 100+ job openings throughout our 30+ locations in Arizona, Nevada, and parts of Eastern California.

The Painter is an entry-level Service Support position designed to support our skilled technicians and service operations while providing an opportunity to build hands‑on experience in the heavy equipment industry. In this role, you’ll assist the service team by preparing, painting, and finishing heavy equipment and components while working alongside experienced technicians in a shop environment. This position is a great starting point for someone who is mechanically inclined, enjoys hands‑on work, and is interested in developing their skills and growing into a Heavy Equipment Technician role.

• At least six months of related experience in a similar role and environment.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
• Keep safety as a priority in the work environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own and maintain required personal tools.

• At least one-year heavy equipment technician experience, preferably in a dealership environment.

If offered employment, the specific rate of pay and position grade will be determined based on applicable differentials and the candidate’s level of experience and skill.

1st/Day Shift

In-Shop

Work schedule to be provided by leader.

$20.05 - $26.55 Per Hour

Clean, prepare, paint and detail machines, parts, and components.

• Prep machines prior to paint or detail assignment.
• Paint machines for customers and Empire functions.
• Detail cabs on machines and components.
• Maintain equipment for Utility wash rack and Paint shop.
• Monitor and order supplies for the Utility wash rack and the Paint shop.
• Detail cabs on machines and or components for equipment for customers or Empire functions.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all applicable safety policies. Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

• Order supplies.
• Submit necessary reports, records, and data.
• Operate machines and vehicles.
• Own and maintain personal required tools.
• Work within and promote corporate values.

• Skills required in commercial spray painting.
• Skills required in biding and estimating paint jobs.
• Must have working knowledge of cleaning, surface preparation and spray-painting operations.
• Must be able to operate machines and power equipment.
• Must be able to climb on large machines.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
• Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Must be able to obtain forklift operator license.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently…