Automotive Body Shop Painter — Full‑Time Refinishing Pro

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced Body Shop Painter / Automotive Paint Technician to join our growing dealership team in Milwaukee, WI. You will prepare vehicles for paint by sanding, masking, and surface prep, and perform minor body repairs to ensure high‑quality finishes and adherence to dealership standards.

Preferred candidates have primer application and base coat/clear coat experience, color matching, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds and

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with primer application and surface prep.
• Experience with single-stage and base coat/clear coat systems.
• Color matching and tinting skills.
• Proficient with automotive hand tools and power tools.
• Physically demanding work: standing, bending, lifting up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Sand, prep, and finish vehicle panels for priming and painting.
• Mask and tape panels, trim, windows, and components for paint applications.
• Perform minor body repairs, dent repair, and surface correction.
• Disassemble and reassemble trucks and components for paint and repair processes.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, including cleaning spray guns and tools.
• Maintain overall body shop cleanliness, organization, and safety standards.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by the Body Shop Manager.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Priming & surface prep

Single-stage paint systems

Base coat/clear coat systems

Color matching

Automotive hand tools

Power tools

Physical endurance

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Tools

Automotive hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced Body Shop Painter / Automotive Paint Technician to join our growing dealership team in Milwaukee, WI. You will prepare vehicles for paint by sanding, masking, and surface prep, and perform minor body repairs to ensure high‑quality finishes and adherence to dealership standards.

Preferred candidates have primer application and base coat/clear coat experience, color matching, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds and