Entry-Level 0Auto Body Paint Technician Trainee - No Experience needed!

Dent Wizard • New York, NY

7d • $70,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Dent Wizard is hiring an entry-level Auto Body Paint Technician Trainee to perform automotive paint repairs at customer and partner locations. The role involves traveling to dealerships, rental agencies, and auctions to complete minor paint touch-ups through full surface repairs, preparing and blending surfaces, and delivering quality results using spray equipment and established techniques. The position offers paid training, beginning with hourly compensation and transitioning to a combination of hourly pay and commission while building a customer base. The posting also describes the position as 100% commission-based and states that actual earnings vary by individual performance. Expected starting compensation is $21.00 per hour; long-term earning potential is stated as $70,000–$150,000+.

The technician works independently and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Training is provided and includes travel, food, transportation, and lodging. The role includes ongoing training in color-matching systems and certifications, a career path with five technician levels, and access to tools and supplies, a company vehicle, gas card, and mobile phone. Technicians are required to wear appropriate respiratory PPE. Candidates selected for an offer will undergo applicable post-offer, pre-employment screening, which may include a physical examination, vision assessment, background check, and drug screening.

Requirements

• No prior experience is necessary; comprehensive paid training is provided.
• Self-motivation, grit, and a strong work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail and color accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first mindset.
• Passion for quality and precision.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive-motion tasks.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Physical ability to kneel, bend, squat, and lift up to 45 pounds.
• Ability to wear the appropriate respirator as required by respiratory protection standards.

Responsibilities

• Travel to automotive customers and partner locations to perform minor paint touch-ups through full surface repairs.
• Use advanced spray equipment and proven techniques to repair vehicle paint surfaces.
• Prepare, blend, and finish vehicle surfaces.
• Work independently at dealerships, rental agencies, and auctions.
• Deliver fast, high-quality results that meet or exceed expectations.

Benefits

• Paid comprehensive training, including travel and lodging.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match of 50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution.
• Paid vacation and paid time off.
• Uncapped commission earning potential.
• Tools and supplies.
• Company vehicle.
• Gas card.
• Mobile phone.
• Ongoing training, including color-matching systems and certifications.
• Career progression through five technician levels, with bonuses and recognition at each step.
• Supportive team environment and independence in managing the workday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed