Automotive Painter

Position Summary
The Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, painting, and finishing vehicle surfaces to OEM standards. You’ll work closely with Production and Quality Control to keep vehicles moving through the shop efficiently while delivering a finish that passes inspection the first time.

Responsibilities

• Prep vehicles for refinish: sanding, masking, cleaning, and applying primer/sealer
• Use the color camera and mixing system to match color accurately before mixing, and do spray-out cards to verify matches
• Mix paint and materials to manufacturer specifications
• Apply basecoat, clearcoat, and single-stage finishes in the paint booth
• Blend panels for an invisible color match
• Perform color sand and buff, and correct defects such as runs, dirt nibs, and orange peel
• Keep refinish work within estimated times and help keep work in progress moving on schedule
• Reduce redos by meeting Quality Control standards on every job
• Maintain the paint booth, spray guns, mixing room, and equipment in clean, safe working order
• Track material usage and report low inventory
• Follow all safety, PPE, and environmental/hazardous-materials procedures
• Communicate with Production about job status, delays, or supplement needs

Qualifications

• [3+] years of collision refinish experience
• Strong knowledge of waterborne and/or solvent-based paint systems 
• Proven color matching and blending skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a flat-rate or production environment
• Own hand tools and spray guns preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and wear a respirator

Preferred

• I-CAR Refinish Technician or ASE B2 (Painting & Refinishing) certification
• OEM paint manufacturer certification
• Experience with color camera/spectrophotometer systems

What We Offer

• Competitive pay:Based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing training and certification opportunities
• Modern equipment and a clean, organized shop

Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM / Saturdays as needed