Automotive Refinishing Technician — Color-Match Expert

United Motors Company; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

United Motors Company in Saudi Arabia seeks an Auto Painter to restore vehicle finishes to manufacturer standards. You will prepare surfaces, mix paints, apply basecoat and clear coats, and finish with polishing to a high gloss.

The role requires precise color matching, adherence to safety protocols, and finishing within defined timelines. Responsibilities include inspecting surfaces, masking and priming, using spray guns, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, vocational certificate, or technical qualification in Automotive Body & Paint / Auto Refinishing.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience as an Auto Painter in an automotive dealership, body shop, or collision repair center.
• Good knowledge of automotive paint systems, refinishing materials, and painting techniques.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle body surfaces and identify areas requiring painting or refinishing.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, filling, and applying primer as required.
• Mix and prepare paints, primers, clear coats, and other refinishing materials according to manufacturer specifications.
• Apply basecoat, paint, and clear coat using spray guns and appropriate painting techniques.
• Ensure proper paint thickness, coverage, color consistency, and finish quality.
• Perform blending and spot repairs to achieve a seamless finish between repaired and existing panels.
• Polish and finish painted surfaces to achieve the required gloss and appearance.
• Inspect completed work and correct any defects such as runs, orange peel, dust, uneven coverage, or color mismatch.
• Follow repair orders and ensure work is completed according to the required specifications and timelines.
• Maintain and properly use spray guns, mixing equipment, sanding tools, and other workshop equipment.
• Follow all HSE, environmental, and workshop safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE.
• Minimize material wastage and use paint and consumables efficiently.
• Coordinate with Body Repair Technicians, Estimators, Parts, and Workshop Supervisors to ensure smooth repair operations.
• Complete assigned jobs within the required productivity and quality standards.
• Report any technical issues, additional repair requirements, or material shortages to the supervisor.

Job description

United Motors Company in Saudi Arabia seeks an Auto Painter to restore vehicle finishes to manufacturer standards. You will prepare surfaces, mix paints, apply basecoat and clear coats, and finish with polishing to a high gloss.

The role requires precise color matching, adherence to safety protocols, and finishing within defined timelines. Responsibilities include inspecting surfaces, masking and priming, using spray guns, and maintaining equipment.