Job: Custom Painter

We are one of the world’s best ultra-premium bicycles brands and are renowned for our exceptional craftmanship. Our advanced engineering provides the highest level of performance and all-day riding comfort. We love the art and technology of bikes, but most of all we love riding them. We believe that our bikes should be built with pride and a fanatical focus on quality, so that their new owners can experience the true joy of riding something special.

The business is growing, and we’re looking for outstanding people to join our team. We celebrate diversity, uniqueness and a little oddball creativity. We don’t hire a$$holes and we do work hard. We’re dedicated and passionate and we’ve got each other’s back. We get sh*t done!

We’re looking for an experienced painter to join our paint lab and contribute to our mission of bringing our dream bikes to life. In this role, you will be responsible for translating our customers’ artistic visions into stunning realities through your expertise in painting techniques and meticulous attention to detail. We are not looking for someone that is already a bespoke bicycle frame painter, but we are looking for someone with experience painting with the willingness to learn our special process for finishing these one-of-a-kind frames. 

It would be nice if you loved bikes, but it’s more important you are interested in the craft of custom painting a handmade product. You’ll work within a small, dedicated team, learning about our specific paint process, working closely with the lead painter, designers, and operations manager. The goal is to bring creativity, innovation, and precision to each frame while bringing dream bikes to life. We lead with a smile on our face, an optimistic outlook and with a kind firmness. You should expect the same in return.

We don’t care where you went to school or which chess club you were president of. What we care about is your attitude and your desire to learn and grow. We don’t care where you come from, but we do care about where you’re going. Even if you don’t have experience at all the things listed below, if you feel that you’ve got a valuable set of skills and the right traits and would be excited to learn and grow into the role, then reach out. We want to hear from you.

Here’s a little detail about the typical things you’d be doing in this role:

• Collaborate with the lead painter, designers, and operations manager to understand their vision and requirements for custom painting jobs.
• Select appropriate paints, materials, and techniques to achieve desired effects and finishes.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, priming, and masking as necessary.
• Work with precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality results that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Manage project timelines and deadlines while communicating progress and any deviations as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring the proper care and maintenance of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior painters and apprentices as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience as a painter, autobody, motorcycle, marine etc.
• Strong artistic skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in various painting techniques and mediums.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and team members.
• Ability to work and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining high standards of quality and craftsmanship.
• Creative problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing project requirements.
• Willingness to stay updated on emerging trends and techniques in the field of custom painting.

If you have experience at the majority of these work items and are willing and able to learn the rest, then please send an email with some information about yourself to jobs@parleecycles.com.

We’re based in Beverly, MA and this role would be shop based, Monday through Friday. We offer competitive benefits, paid time off and healthcare.