Body Shop Painter

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