Paint Technician

Crash Champions•Reading, PA

2d•$75,000 - $179,400

About The Position

The Paint Technician performs collision-repair refinishing work to specifications and follows OEM standards for blending formulas, topcoat application, and curing. The role involves matching and mixing paint to color specifications or a vehicle’s original color, verifying paint consistency, monitoring painting operations for flaws, and correcting their causes. The technician also communicates a vehicle’s stage in the paint process and may apply designs, lettering, logos, symbols, or other identifying decorative items using the required tools and specifications.

Requirements

Certifications in paint procedures.
I-CAR certifications.
Prior refinish experience.
Ability to receive and give direction.
Reliable work history.
Must be able to pass a thorough background check.

Responsibilities

Perform all refinish work according to specifications.
Match paint colors using specified color charts.
Communicate the vehicle’s stage in the paint process.
Monitor painting operations for flaws, such as blisters or streaks, and correct their causes.
Mix, stir, and thin paints to match color specifications or vehicles’ original colors, using spatulas or power mixing equipment.
Follow OEM standards for blending formulas, topcoat application, and curing.
Apply designs, lettering, or other identifying decorative items to finished products using paint brushes or paint sprayers.
Verify paint consistency.
Lay out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, or patterns.