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Zohorecruit; Beulah (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Motocruit is seeking an experienced Auto Body Painter to join our Midwest team in Beulah, Michigan. You will prepare surfaces, mix colors, and apply finishes to restore vehicles after collisions, ensuring factory-like quality.

The role requires attention to color accuracy, a steady hand with spray guns, adherence to safety guidelines, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced shop. A valid driver's license is required; ASE certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an auto body painter or related field.
• Thorough understanding of automotive painting techniques, including color matching and curing times.
• Good color perception and attention to detail, with the ability to match colors and textures.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare vehicles for painting, including sanding, masking, and priming.
• Mix paint to match the original color and texture of the vehicle.
• Apply paint using brushes, rollers, and spray guns, ensuring even coverage and proper thickness.
• Follow manufacturers' recommendations for paint application and curing times.
• Inspect finished work for drips, runs, or imperfections and ensure quality.
• Clean and maintain painting equipment, including spray guns, brushes, and rollers.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and dispose of hazardous materials properly.
• Follow established safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Color matching

Automotive painting

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Our Client is seeking an experienced and skilled Auto Body Painter to join their team. The Auto Body Painter will be responsible for preparing and painting vehicles to restore them to their pre-accident condition. The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of automotive painting techniques, a keen eye for color and detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and prepare vehicles for painting, including sanding, masking, and priming
  
• Mix paint to match the original color and texture of the vehicle
  
• Apply paint using a variety of techniques, including brushes, rollers, and spray guns, ensuring that all surfaces are covered evenly and with the proper thickness
  
• Follow manufacturer's recommendations for paint application and curing times
  
• Inspect finished work to ensure that the paint has been applied correctly, with no drips, runs, or other imperfections
  
• Clean and maintain painting equipment, including spray guns, brushes, and rollers
  
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly dispose of hazardous materials
  
• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an auto body painter or related field
  
• Thorough understanding of automotive painting techniques, including mixing and matching colors, applying paint, and curing times
  
• Good color perception and attention to detail, with the ability to match colors and textures
  
• Good physical stamina and manual dexterity, with the ability to stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other team members
  
• Valid driver's license
  

Certifications:

• ASE (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence) certification in painting and refinishing is a plus
  
• I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair) certification in Painting is preferred
  
• Ability to spray water borne and solvent highly preferred
  

If you are an experienced and skilled Auto Body Painter who takes pride in delivering high-quality paint work, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer a competitive compensation, benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement.

About Motocruit:

Motocruit is a leading recruitment firm specializing in the automotive and collision industries. We provide recruiting support to dealerships, collision centers and Automotive shops from coast-to-coast. Motocruit has been featured on Auto Body News , Collision Vision Podcast

Learn more about Motocruit by visiting our website at motocruit.com