Automotive Painter

Penske Automotive Group • Warwick, RI

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About The Position

The Automotive Painter refinishes damaged vehicles in accordance with manufacturer and dealership quality specifications and time standards. The role is part of the paint department and focuses on customer satisfaction while ensuring profitability. The position works primarily in an automotive shop environment and requires compliance with applicable laws and regulations for paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials, as well as established quality and safety processes. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to wear required safety and health personal protective equipment, including a respirator, as recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Ability to perform quality vehicle refinishing in accordance with company standards.
• Good customer service and communication skills, including listening to customers and explaining technical terms to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Knowledge of automotive systems, tools, and repair processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to use technical reference materials and manuals in written and online formats.
• Ability to follow quality and safety processes and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours as required.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including prolonged standing; regular pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, grasping, walking, and repetitive motion; and lifting or carrying objects up to or over 35 pounds, with an assistance device as needed. Lifting over 50 pounds requires an assistance device.
• Ability to talk and hear.
• Ability to work in a covered automotive shop that may involve heat, cold, safety hazards, and regular loud noise.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, with two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• ASE Certification.

Responsibilities

• Refinish damaged vehicles according to manufacturer and dealership quality specifications and time standards.
• Contribute to the paint department’s customer satisfaction and profitability goals.
• Work toward challenging monthly goals to support the Collision Center’s growth and career development.
• Comply with laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials, and report deviations to management immediately.
• Follow processes that ensure quality and safety.
• Provide customer service, listen to customers, and determine how to assist them.
• Manage time effectively and prioritize work.

Benefits

• Health care options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources, and opportunities for career growth and advancement tailored to individual performance, experience, and interests.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED