Body Shop Painter

Scott Cars; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott Cars in Allentown, PA, is seeking a skilled automotive refinisher to prepare surfaces, match colors, and apply multiple coats using HVLP spray systems. The role requires attention to detail, knowledge of waterborne/solvent paints, and adherence to environmental and safety standards.

Responsibilities include blending colors, inspecting finishes for defects, and maintaining equipment and records. A high school diploma and technical refinishing training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have color matching ability and knowledge of waterborne and solvent‑based paint systems.
• Proficient with spray‑gun operation and surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to identify and correct paint defects and maintain records.
• Strong attention to detail and safety/compliance awareness.
• Formal training in collision repair or refinishing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces: cleaning, sanding, masking, spot filling, and corrosion protection.
• Mix and match paint colors using spectrophotometers and databases.
• Apply primers, basecoats, mid‑coats, metallics, pearls, and clearcoats with spray guns.
• Blend paint for seamless color transitions on panels.
• Inspect surfaces for defects and correct via sanding, buffing, and polishing.
• Maintain spray guns, mixing equipment, and paint booths.
• Follow environmental, VOC, and hazardous‑material safety regulations.
• Keep records of materials used and communicate with customers on color/finish.

Skills

Color matching

Spray gun operation

Surface preparation

Defect correction

Attention to detail

Safety & compliance

VOC compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in collision repair/refinishing

Tools

HVLP/LVLP spray guns

Spectrophotometer usage

Paint mixing equipment

Guns maintenance

Job description

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces: cleaning, sanding, masking, spot filling, and applying corrosion protection.
• Mix and match paint colors using spectrophotometers, manufacturer databases, and manual blending.
• Apply primers, basecoats, mid‑coats, metallics, pearls, and clearcoats using HVLP/LVLP spray guns.
• Blend paint into adjacent panels for seamless color transitions.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects (runs, orange peel, fisheyes) and correct them via sanding, buffing, and polishing.
• Maintain spray guns, mixing equipment, and paint booths.
• Follow environmental, VOC, and hazardous‑material safety regulations.
• Keep records of materials used and work performed; communicate with customers on color/finish requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong color‑matching ability and knowledge of paint systems (waterborne and solvent‑based).
• Proficiency with spray‑gun operation and surface preparation.
• Ability to identify and correct paint defects.
• Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and good color vision.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and environmental compliance.

Work Environment

• Indoors in paint booths with exposure to fumes, dust, noise, and chemicals.
• Requires use of PPE and adherence to safety standards.

Education and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical school training in collision repair or refinishing is common.
• Certifications: ASE B2, I‑CAR Refinish, and manufacturer‑specific paint system training