Automotive Apprentice Painter

Now Hiring: Automotive Appearance Painter

Habberstad Automotive Group

Habberstad Automotive Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Automotive Appearance Painter to join our team! The ideal candidate will have experience improving and maintaining vehicle appearance through paint touch-ups, minor paint repairs, and cosmetic refinishing to ensure vehicles meet our high-quality standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform minor paint repairs, touch-ups, and cosmetic refinishing on new and pre-owned vehicles.
• Repair minor scratches, chips, scuffs, and paint imperfections.
• Prepare vehicle surfaces for paint application, including sanding, cleaning, masking, and polishing.
• Mix and match paint colors to achieve a close match to the vehicle's original finish.
• Apply paint and refinishing products using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Perform spot painting and blending as needed.
• Inspect completed work to ensure vehicles meet dealership appearance and quality standards.
• Maintain paint supplies, tools, and equipment in good working condition.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety procedures.
• Work efficiently to meet dealership inventory and vehicle delivery deadlines.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in automotive appearance, paint touch-ups, or cosmetic refinishing preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive paint products, color matching, and surface preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple vehicles and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Ability to stand, bend, and perform physical duties associated with the position.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established automotive group.
• Team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.

Position: Full-Time

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Pay: $23.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person