Paint Technician

Jobtailor; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in United States is seeking a skilled auto refinisher to perform high-quality paint refinishing per specs. The role covers color matching, blending, topcoat application, and decorative designs, with emphasis on OEM standards and accuracy.

Candidates should have I-CAR and paint procedures certifications, along with proven refinish experience, ability to take direction, and a reliable work history; a background check is required.

Qualifications

• Certifications in paint procedures.
• I-CAR certifications.
• Prior refinish experience.
• Ability to receive and give direction.
• Reliable work history.
• Background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Refinish work according to specs.
• Color matching using color charts.
• Communicate vehicle stage in paint process.
• Monitor painting for flaws and correct causes.
• Mix paints to match specifications and original colors.
• Follow OEM standards for blending, topcoat and curing.
• Apply designs using brushes or sprayers.
• Verify paint consistency.
• Layout logos or designs using measuring tools.

Skills

Refinish experience

Color matching

OEM standards compliance

Paint mixing

Topcoat application

Blueprint interpretation

Paint consistency verification

Communication skills

Ability to take direction

Tools

Paint Sprayers

Measuring instruments

Power mixing equipment

Job description

• Performs all refinish work according to specs.


• Match colors of paint following specified color charts.


• Responsible for communicating vehicles stage in paint process.


• Monitor painting operations to identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks and correct their causes.


• Mix paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors, stir and thin the paints using spatulas or power mixing equipment.


• Follows OEM standards for blending formulas, topcoat application and curing.


• Apply designs, lettering, or other identifying decorative items to finished products, using paint brushes or paint sprayers.


• Verify paint consistency.


• Lay out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, or patterns.

Requirements

• Certifications in paint procedures


• I-CAR certifications


• Prior refinish experience


• Ability to receive and give direction


• Reliable work history


• Must be able to pass thorough background check

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in paint refinishing processes, including color matching, paint mixing, and application techniques while adhering to OEM standards. Possesses strong communication skills to effectively manage the painting process and ensure quality control.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Refinish Experience


• I-CAR Certifications


• Paint Procedures Certification


• Color Matching


• OEM Standards Compliance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Paint Mixing


• Color Matching


• Flaw Identification


• Topcoat Application


• Design Application


• Blueprint Interpretation


• Paint Consistency Verification

Soft Skills

• Ability to Give Direction


• Reliable Work History

Certifications & Qualifications

• I-CAR Certifications


• Paint Procedures Certification

Industry Keywords

• OEM Standards


• Refinish Work


• Painting Operations


• Color Charts


• Decorative Items

Tools & Technologies

• Paint Sprayers


• Measuring Instruments


• Power Mixing Equipment