Auto Body Paint & Wheel Repair Technician

Car Keys Express; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A vehicle service provider in Louisville, KY, is seeking an Auto Body Paint & Repair Technician. This role involves repairing and painting automotive damage, maintaining strong client relationships, and managing a sales route. Candidates should have automotive paint experience and a valid driver's license. Additional benefits include a company vehicle, paid vacation, and health insurance within a supportive environment for personal growth and success.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of automotive paint experience; wheel repair experience a bonus.
• 21+ years, valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent communication and self-motivation skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and paint automotive cosmetic damage in various systems.
• Drive company van to dealerships and complete repairs.
• Inspect and prepare vehicle surfaces for paint.

Skills

Automotive paint experience

Sales and customer service experience

Effective communication

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spray equipment

Power tools

Surface prep tools

Job description

Auto Body Paint & Repair Technician – Louisville, KY

Position Summary

Responsible for repairing and painting automotive cosmetic damage in solvent and water-based systems, painting wheels, and managing a weekly sales route within territory.

Duties

• Maintain business relationships to increase client profits
• Maintain excellent customer relationships to ensure account longevity
• Drive company van to dealerships and fleet operations in metro area
• Walk car lots and write up for customer approval
• Inspect vehicle body surface and wheels for repair, prepping and buffing defects
• Mix specific colors using standard formulas or color charts
• Perform paint repairs and refinishing using spray equipment, power tools and surface prep techniques
• Sand, mask, blend and polish finish; apply or retouch paint as necessary
• Work with accounts/sales managers to improve service quality
• Service retail customers when necessary
• Report to assigned routes, establish daily accounts, and service all repairs timely

Requirements

• 1–2 years of automotive paint experience; wheel repair experience a bonus
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 21+ years, valid driver’s license
• Vision: close, distance and color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment
• Sales and customer service experience
• Determined to succeed
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• General computer skills
• Some route sales experience preferred
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• Excellent communication, self‑motivated, independent
• Regularly stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, climb, perform repetitive motions
• Lift up to 50 pounds (tools, dyes, paints, wheels)
• Safe place to park company van

Language Requirement

All applicants must speak, read and communicate effectively in English to ensure safety, teamwork and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, gas card, tools, paid vacation
• Steady pay – base salary, compensation plan, bonus opportunities
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Growth opportunities

Support

• Nationwide network of experienced technicians
• Company laptop, phone, gas card, vehicle and industry equipment
• Lead generation from Regional Sales Managers, Account Managers and Inside Sales team

Work/Life Balance

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Personal time off
• Normal business hours, Monday‑Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Compensation

Generous commission plan with a guaranteed daily minimum. Year 1 average – $55,000 / $65,000.

As a technician you will have a base salary, plus a generous commission structure. In addition to your base salary and commission, you will have the opportunity to earn additional compensation through bonuses.