Automotive Paint Refinishing Specialist

Ferman Motor Car Company INC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferman Motor Car Company INC in Tampa, FL seeks a Body Shop Painter to perform high-quality refinishing on damaged vehicles in the collision repair center. You will prepare, color match, and apply coatings to restore finishes to OEM specifications and pre-accident condition.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of automotive painting experience, strong refinishing knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to safe, efficient work in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/technical training in automotive refinishing preferred.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of automotive painting or collision repair experience required.
• I-CAR, ASE, or manufacturer paint certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting, including sanding, masking, priming.
• Mix and match paint colors for accurate color matching.
• Apply paint coatings using spray guns and refinishing equipment.
• Inspect finished work for OEM standards and quality.
• Coordinate with body technicians and estimators to ensure proper repair completion.
• Document paint materials used and maintain records of work performed.
• Maintain paint booth cleanliness and safety procedures.

Skills

Automotive refinishing techniques

Color matching

Time management

Safety procedures

Reading repair orders

Spray equipment operation

PPE usage

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical training in automotive refinishing

I-CAR, ASE, or manufacturer paint certifications

Tools

Paint mixing systems

Spray guns

Refinishing tools

Job description

Ferman Motor Car Company INC in Tampa, FL seeks a Body Shop Painter to perform high-quality refinishing on damaged vehicles in the collision repair center. You will prepare, color match, and apply coatings to restore finishes to OEM specifications and pre-accident condition.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of automotive painting experience, strong refinishing knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to safe, efficient work in a fast-paced shop environment.