PAINTER HELPER

About the Role

As a Paint Technician Trainee, you’ll assist the Paint Team Lead with painting various vehicle body parts in accordance with quality standards. Your patience and high-quality craftsmanship make you a valuable asset to the team as you ensure work surfaces are properly prepared, and your keen eye for detail helps you deliver top-notch work to delight our customers.

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicles and parts for painting, with direction from Paint Team Lead.
• Masking parts that are not to be painted or coated.
• Sanding and priming vehicles and parts as appropriate.
• Removing rust and grease from work surfaces.
• Mixing all paint and chemicals according to manufacturer directions/specifications.
• Reviewing all work with painter.
• Understanding and following federal, state, and local regulations that affect Collision Center operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA guidelines, etc.
• Gaining superior product knowledge to provide high-quality repairs.

Requirements

• Valid, in-state driver’s license with an acceptable, safe driving record.
• Ability to operate an automobile.
• ICAR certification (preferred) or interest to become certified.
• OEM certification (preferred) or interest to become certified.
• Passion for cars and customer service.

Career Growth

Our Associates have many choices for career growth and development after success in a Paint Technician Trainee role. Future opportunities may include:

• Paint Team Lead
• Paint Technician

Career opportunities are dependent on business and staffing needs, as well as the qualifications of internal and external candidates.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear.
• Access to discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers.
• Paid training and OEM certification support.

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About AutoNation

AutoNation is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, offering innovative products, exceptional services, and comprehensive solutions, empowering our customers to make the best decisions for their needs. With a network of dealerships nationwide strengthened by a recognized brand, we offer a wide variety of new and used vehicles, customer financing, parts, and expert maintenance and repair services.