Body Shop Painter

Scott Cars, Inc. • Allentown, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Body Shop Painter is responsible for preparing vehicle surfaces, mixing and matching paint colors, applying primers and topcoats, and ensuring a seamless finish. This role involves meticulous attention to detail, adherence to safety regulations, and effective communication with customers regarding color and finish requirements.

Requirements

• Strong color‑matching ability and knowledge of paint systems (waterborne and solvent‑based).
• Proficiency with spray‑gun operation and surface preparation.
• Ability to identify and correct paint defects.
• Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and good color vision.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and environmental compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school training in collision repair or refinishing.
• ASE B2 certification.
• I‑CAR Refinish certification.
• Manufacturer‑specific paint system training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces: cleaning, sanding, masking, spot filling, and applying corrosion protection.
• Mix and match paint colors using spectrophotometers, manufacturer databases, and manual blending.
• Apply primers, basecoats, mid‑coats, metallics, pearls, and clearcoats using HVLP/LVLP spray guns.
• Blend paint into adjacent panels for seamless color transitions.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects (runs, orange peel, fisheyes) and correct them via sanding, buffing, and polishing.
• Maintain spray guns, mixing equipment, and paint booths.
• Follow environmental, VOC, and hazardous‑material safety regulations.
• Keep records of materials used and work performed; communicate with customers on color/finish requirements.

What This Job Offers

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