Jacob’s Auto Body is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Auto Body Painter to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for producing high-quality work and a deep understanding of modern automotive paint systems. As an Auto Body Painter, you will be responsible for preparing, painting, and refinishing vehicles to restore them to their pre-accident condition, ensuring a flawless, factory-quality finish. Your expertise will be a critical part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and excellence in collision repair.

Key Responsibilities

• Vehicle Preparation: Prepare vehicles for painting by performing tasks such as cleaning, sanding, masking, and applying primer, sealer, and other necessary undercoats.
• Color Matching: Accurately mix and tint paint to match OEM colors and finishes using computer-controlled mixing equipment, paint codes, and color-matching cameras (spectrophotometers).
• Paint Application: Apply base coats, mid-coats (pearls, metallics), and clear coats using high-volume, low-pressure (HVLP) spray guns to achieve a smooth and uniform finish.
• Refinishing: Buff, polish, and detail finished jobs to remove any imperfections, ensuring a high-gloss, factory-quality appearance.
• Quality Control: Inspect all personal work and the work of others to ensure it meets the highest standards of quality before the vehicle is returned to the customer.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain all painting equipment, including spray guns, mixing systems, and the paint booth, to ensure proper operation and safety.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols (OSHA, EPA) regarding the handling and disposal of hazardous materials. Consistently use all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, gloves, and eye protection.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of time, materials used, and work performed on each job order.

Qualifications and Skills

Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience as an auto body painter or refinish technician in a collision repair facility.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in modern paint application techniques, including waterborne and solvent-based systems.
• Expertise in color matching, tinting, and blending.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation and finishing procedures (sanding, buffing, polishing).
• Ability to operate and maintain standard refinishing equipment.

Certifications (Preferred):

• I-CAR Refinish Technician certification is highly preferred.
• ASE B2 (Painting & Refinishing) certification is a plus.
• Manufacturer-specific training certifications are beneficial.

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must own a set of professional-grade tools.
• Physical Demands & Work Environment – Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Requires frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Work is performed in a body shop environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, and other environmental conditions.
• Use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

Jacob’s Auto Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.