Automotive Painter
Carvana · Hoffman Estates, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteManufacturing$23.5–$33.5/hrFull-time
About the role
We’re looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana.
Responsibilities
- Mix and match paint colors
- Use water-based paint to paint vehicles inside our paint booths
- Prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing
- Prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted
- Perform final sanding, buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrushing
- Paint base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats
- Blend adjacent panels and correct paint issues
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently
- Fast-paced, ever-changing production environment
- Exposure to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
- Use of safety equipment such as face shields, goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, masks, and protective garments
Qualifications
- At least 3 years of professional automotive painting experience
- Ability to operate vehicle equipment and tools
- Physical fitness to handle the demands of the job
Skills
- Proficiency in automotive painting techniques
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
Benefits
- 401(k) with Carvana match
- Vehichle purchase discount
- Competitive wage
- Generous paid-time off
- Healthcare premiums paid by the company
- ASE and tool reimbursement programs
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Pay
Pay Range: $23.50 - $33.50 hourly
Schedule
If we're in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers.