Painter
$65,000–$75,000 year
On-sitePinellas Park, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Perform automotive painting and refinishing to dealership retail standards, completing spot repairs, blends, and panel refinishing independently from surface prep through final clear coat. Mix and match paint to OEM color specifications while applying primer, base coat, and clear coat using paint booths, HVLP spray guns, sanding, and masking techniques. Maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced, production environment by following safety and environmental guidelines and meeting daily throughput targets. Candidates must have three or more years of professional automotive painting experience and a valid driver's license.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional automotive painting experience
- Prior experience in a dealership, collision repair shop, or reconditioning center
- Proven ability to perform end-to-end automotive refinishing independently
- Strong knowledge of color matching, blending, and finish correction
- Hands-on experience with paint booths, HVLP spray guns, sanding, masking, and priming
- Ability to meet daily production goals without sacrificing quality
- Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a high-volume dealership or recon operation
- Familiarity with waterborne paint systems
- I-CAR, ASE, or manufacturer refinishing certifications
- Experience with minor body repair or paintless dent repair (PDR)
- Ability to assist or mentor paint preppers or junior technicians
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
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