Auto Body Technician / Painter

Elm Chevrolet is looking for an experienced Auto Body Technician / Painter to join our Collision Center team.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, understands that quality matters, and can handle body repair and refinishing from start to finish. If you’re looking for a locally established dealership that respects skilled technicians and appreciates quality workmanship, we want to talk to you.

What We're Looking For

• Professional auto body and/or automotive painting experience required
• Strong knowledge of collision repair and refinishing techniques
• Ability to produce high-quality paint finishes and color matches
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license
• Dependable, professional, and ready to work

What You'll Do

• Perform collision and body repairs to manufacturer and industry standards
• Prepare vehicles and panels for refinishing
• Mix, match, and apply automotive paint
• Perform sanding, masking, priming, blending, and finishing
• Repair or replace damaged body panels and components
• Inspect completed work for proper fit, finish, and color match
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Work with the Collision Center team to keep repairs moving efficiently

Compensation

This position is paid hourly with a flat-rate incentive structure. Your experience, skill, efficiency, and quality of work matter, and our compensation structure gives experienced technicians the opportunity to earn accordingly.

PLEASE NOTE – EXPERIENCED APPLICANTS ONLY

This is NOT an entry-level position.

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Auto Body Technician / Painter with professional collision repair and/or automotive refinishing experience.

If you do not have professional experience in this field, please do not apply. Applicants who do not meet the experience and qualification requirements will be passed over in the hiring process.

Why Elm Chevrolet?

Elm Chevrolet has been serving the Elmira area for generations. We believe skilled technicians deserve a workplace where their experience is respected and quality work is appreciated.

If you know your way around a body shop, take pride in what leaves your bay, and are looking for a place where you can build a career, we’d like to meet you.

Apply today and let’s talk.