Auto Body Painter

Job Description

Description:

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Auto Body Painter to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, color-matching, and applying high-quality finishes to a wide range of vehicles.

This is a bargaining unit position represented by AFL-CIO Local 623, offering competitive union wages, structured progression, excellent health benefits, and standard work hours defined by our collective bargaining agreement.

Key Responsibilities

Surface Preparation: Clean, sand, mask, and prime vehicle surfaces prior to painting according to manufacturer and shop standards.

Color Matching & Mixing: Utilize digital color-matching systems and manual techniques to mix custom paints, topcoats, and primers to precise specifications.

Paint Application: Apply basecoats, clearcoats, and specialty finishes using spray guns and automated equipment in a spray booth environment.

Finishing & Quality Control: Inspect completed work for runs, sags, or defects; perform color sanding, buffing, and polishing to achieve a factory finish.

Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and clean spray guns, booths, filters, and safety equipment in compliance with OSHA and local environmental standards.

Documentation: Track materials used and work order details accurately.

Union Compensation & Benefits

Wages: Competitive hourly pay scale set by AFL-CIO Local 623 CBA with predictable step increases.

Healthcare: Full union medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

Retirement: Union pension plan and optional 401(k) program.

Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation/sick leave based on seniority.

Workplace Protection: Strong workplace safety guidelines, seniority protections, and representation.Requirements:

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: Minimum of [3–5] years of professional automotive painting or collision repair experience required.

Technical Skills: Proficiency with spray equipment, paint-mixing systems, and surface preparation techniques.

Certifications: ASE B2 (Painting & Refinishing) or ICAR certification is preferred (or ability to complete within standard probationary period).

Physical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods, wear required PPE (including respirators), lift up to 50 lbs, and work in paint booth environments.

Union Requirement: Must be a member in good standing of AFL-CIO Local 623 or eligible to join upon hiring per agreement terms.

Full-time