Automobile Painter

Tom Wood Automotive; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Team-focused culture and support

Job summary

Tom Wood Group is seeking an Automotive Painter to join our team. You’ll prepare vehicles, mix colors, and apply paints with professional spray equipment to deliver high-quality finishes.

The role emphasizes precision, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while maintaining a clean, safe work area. The ideal candidate has experience with automotive painting, refinishing, color matching, and window tint preparation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in automotive painting, refinishing preferred.
• Knowledge of paint prep, color matching, and spray equipment operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting, including masking, sanding, priming, and surface prep.
• Mix and match paint colors to manufacturer specs.
• Apply paint, clear coats, and finishes using professional spray equipment.
• Inspect finished work for quality and consistency of appearance.
• Perform touch-ups and minor repairs as needed.
• Maintain paint booths, tools, and equipment in a safe, clean condition.

Skills

Automotive painting

Color matching

Attention to detail

Team player

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Spray equipment operation

Paint preparation

Job description

Tom Wood is seeking Automotive Painter to join our team. to join our high-performing team. If you’re passionate about precision, efficiency, and delivering exceptional service, we provide the tools, training, and career growth opportunities to help you succeed.

This position is responsible for preparing, painting, refinishing, and tinting vehicles while maintaining high-quality workmanship and excellent customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate has experience with automotive paint applications, color matching, window tint installation, and vehicle preparation techniques.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Automotive Painting

• Prepare vehicles and components for painting, including sanding, masking, priming, and surface preparation.
• Mix and match paint colors to manufacturer specifications.
• Apply paint, clear coats, and finishes using professional spray equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure high-quality appearance and finish.
• Perform touch-ups and repairs as needed.
• Maintain paint booths, tools, and equipment in a safe and clean condition.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Work efficiently while meeting production and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with management and team members regarding job status and customer requests.
• Assist with other shop duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in automotive painting, refinishing preferred.
• Knowledge of paint preparation, color matching, and spray equipment operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and work in a shop environment for extended periods.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, and reach.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Work in an automotive shop environment with exposure to paint, chemicals, and shop equipment.

At Tom Wood Group, you’re more than an employee—you’re a part of a family-owned company that has been serving communities for over 50 years. We believe in investing in our people through training, career development, and advancement opportunities. Our team thrives on collaboration, integrity, and a sincere desire to help others, and we’re passionate about creating an environment where you can grow both personally and professionally.

• A company built on core values: Humbly Confident, Passionately Driven, Sincere Desire to Help Others, and Uncompromising Integrity
• Opportunities to advance across multiple industries and locations
• A culture that values your contributions and celebrates success
• Comprehensive benefits designed to support you and your family

Our Core Values

Humbly Confident | Passionately Driven | Sincere Desire to Help Others | Uncompromising Integrity

Employment Requirements:

All offers are contingent upon passing a background check, motor vehicle record review, social security verification, and drug screening. Tom Wood Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.