Automotive Painter

Briggs Automotive Group; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Employee vehicle purchase opportunity

401(k)

Ongoing employment opportunities

Job summary

Briggs Auto Group is seeking an Automotive Painter for our Topeka Recon Department to perform paint and refinishing work on used vehicle inventory. You will prepare surfaces, perform sanding and masking, and apply basecoat/clearcoat to ensure a high-quality, retail-ready finish.

The role demands efficiency in a production setting, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with the recon team to move vehicles quickly through the process.

Qualifications

• Automotive painting or refinishing experience preferred.
• Automotive paint-preparation experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of sanding, masking, priming, blending, and refinishing procedures.
• Ability to perform minor cosmetic paint repairs efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain quality while working in a production-focused environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the recon team.

Responsibilities

• Perform automotive paint and refinishing work on used vehicle inventory.
• Prepare panels and vehicle surfaces for paint.
• Sand, mask, prime, seal, and complete necessary prep work.
• Mix and match automotive paint.
• Apply basecoat, clearcoat, and other refinishing materials.
• Blend adjoining panels when necessary for proper color match.
• Repair and refinish minor cosmetic damage.
• Inspect completed work for color match, finish quality, coverage, and defects.
• Correct minor paint imperfections when necessary.
• Maintain spray guns, painting equipment, paint booth, and work area.
• Coordinate with the Recon Manager and recon team to keep vehicles moving efficiently through the department.
• Complete assigned work within established recon timelines.
• Follow all company safety procedures and proper handling requirements for refinishing materials.

Skills

Automotive painting

Refinishing

Paint-preparation

Color matching

Detail oriented

Time management

Independence

Tools

Spray guns

Paint booth

Masking materials

Job description

Automotive Painter – Topeka Recon Department

Briggs Auto Group – Topeka, KS

Briggs Auto Group is seeking an Automotive Painter to join our Topeka Recon Department.

This position is responsible for completing paint and refinishing work on vehicles moving through our centralized reconditioning operation. The primary goal is to help get vehicles retail-ready quickly while maintaining a professional appearance and consistent quality standard.

We are looking for someone who can work efficiently in a production environment, take ownership of their work, and help keep vehicles moving through the recon process.

Responsibilities

• Perform automotive paint and refinishing work on used vehicle inventory.

• Prepare panels and vehicle surfaces for paint.

• Sand, mask, prime, seal, and complete necessary prep work.

• Mix and match automotive paint.

• Apply basecoat, clearcoat, and other refinishing materials.

• Blend adjoining panels when necessary for proper color match.

• Repair and refinish minor cosmetic damage.

• Inspect completed work for color match, finish quality, coverage, and defects.

• Correct minor paint imperfections when necessary.

• Maintain spray guns, painting equipment, paint booth, and work area.

• Coordinate with the Recon Manager and recon team to keep vehicles moving efficiently through the department.

• Complete assigned work within established recon timelines.

• Follow all company safety procedures and proper handling requirements for refinishing materials.

Qualifications

• Automotive painting or refinishing experience preferred.

• Automotive paint-preparation experience strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of sanding, masking, priming, blending, and refinishing procedures.

• Ability to perform minor cosmetic paint repairs efficiently.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain quality while working in a production-focused environment.

• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

• Ability to work independently and as part of the recon team.

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

What We Are Looking For

Our Topeka Recon Department supports multiple Briggs dealerships, so quality and cycle time both matter.

The ideal candidate:

• Takes pride in the finished product.

• Works with a sense of urgency.

• Produces consistent-quality work.

• Keeps their work area clean and organized.

• Can manage multiple vehicles and priorities.

• Communicates effectively with recon management.

• Takes ownership of mistakes and needed rework.

• Understands the importance of getting inventory frontline-ready quickly.

About the Topeka Recon Department

The Briggs Topeka Recon Department is responsible for preparing vehicle inventory for sale across our Topeka dealerships.

Our objective is straightforward: produce clean, properly repaired, retail-ready vehicles as efficiently as possible.

The painter plays an important role in reducing recon cycle time and getting inventory onto the lot quickly without sacrificing quality.

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience, skill level, and production capability.

Benefits may include:

• Health insurance

• Dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off

• Employee vehicle purchase opportunities

• 401(k), based on eligibility

• Ongoing employment opportunities within Briggs Auto Group

Apply Today

If you have automotive painting experience and want to work in a high-volume automotive reconditioning environment, we encourage you to apply.

Briggs Auto Group – Topeka Recon Department
Topeka, Kansas

Briggs Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.