Entry-Level Automotive Paint Technician

Dent Wizard•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Dent Wizard is hiring an entry-level automotive paint technician trainee to perform minor paint touch-ups through full-surface repairs at automotive customer locations, including dealerships, rental agencies, and auctions. The role includes fully paid training, including travel, food, and transportation. Compensation starts at $21.00 per hour during training, then transitions to a phased combination of hourly pay and commission as technicians build a customer base; the posting also describes the position as 100% commission-based and notes that actual earnings vary by individual performance. Long-term earning potential is listed as $70,000–$150,000+. Technicians travel to customer sites, prepare and blend surfaces, and complete vehicle paint repairs using spray equipment and established techniques. The role involves working independently, outdoors in varied weather, and wearing an appropriate respirator and other personal protective equipment. Dent Wizard provides tools and supplies, a company vehicle, a gas card, a mobile phone, ongoing training, and a career path with five levels from Senior Tech to World-Class Tech. Candidates selected for an offer will undergo role-appropriate pre-employment screening, which may include a physical examination, vision assessment, background check, and drug screening.

Requirements

No prior experience is necessary; the employer provides paid training.
Self-motivation, grit, and a strong work ethic.
Strong attention to detail, color accuracy, quality, and precision.
Good communication skills and a customer-first mindset.
Ability to work independently.
Comfort working outdoors in varied weather conditions.
Manual dexterity for repetitive-motion tasks.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to kneel, bend, squat, and lift up to 45 pounds.
Ability to wear the appropriate respirator and personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Travel to automotive customer locations to perform paint touch-ups and full-surface repairs.
Prepare, blend, and finish vehicle surfaces.
Use spray equipment and proven paint repair techniques.
Work independently at partner locations such as dealerships, rental agencies, and auctions.
Deliver fast, high-quality results that meet or exceed customer expectations.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including a respirator.

Benefits

Paid training, including travel, food, and transportation; the posting also mentions travel and lodging.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) with employer matching: 50% on the dollar up to 7% of the employee contribution.
Paid vacation and paid time off.
Tools and supplies.
Company vehicle.
Gas card.
Mobile phone.
Ongoing training, including color-matching systems and certifications with PPG, BASF, and others.
Career progression through five technician levels, with bonuses and recognition at each step.
Potential commission, bonus, or profit sharing; a sign-on bonus may be available subject to applicable terms and conditions.