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Automotive Painter jobs are open across dealerships, collision repair shops, fleet operators, and custom fabrication shops, from entry-level prep technicians to senior refinishing specialists, with common specializations in collision refinishing, custom paint, and fleet coating. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.
As a Painter, you'll be expected to prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you're joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.
Other perks of the Job
- 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
- Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
- ASE and tool reimbursement programs
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Schedule:
We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. If we're in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers. We're looking for team players who are all in on our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.
How To Get Started
Join the Carvana team by applying on this page, or call one of our recruiters by phone at (888) 690-7853, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9AM to 7PM ET).
Not a match for this role?
We have a variety of paint roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see other roles available to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:
- Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing
- Entry-Level Painter (min 1 year professional experience): prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
- Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint color and use water-based paint to paint the vehicle inside our paint booths
- Experienced Painter (min 5 years professional experience): painting (base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats), blending adjacent panels, and paint correcting vehicles.
We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:
- Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
- Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
- Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles
General qualifications and requirements
- Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
- Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
- An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
- Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period.
To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we've built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.
Think you've got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!
Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.
As a Painter, you'll be expected to prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you're joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.
Other perks of the Job
- 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
- Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
- ASE and tool reimbursement programs
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Schedule:
We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. If we're in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers. We're looking for team players who are all in on our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.
How To Get Started
Join the Carvana team by applying on this page, or call one of our recruiters by phone at (888) 690-7853, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9AM to 7PM ET).
Not a match for this role?
We have a variety of paint roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see other roles available to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:
- Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing
- Entry-Level Painter (min 1 year professional experience): prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
- Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint color and use water-based paint to paint the vehicle inside our paint booths
- Experienced Painter (min 5 years professional experience): painting (base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats), blending adjacent panels, and paint correcting vehicles.
We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:
- Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
- Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
- Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles
General qualifications and requirements
- Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
- Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
- An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
- Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period.
To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we've built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.
Think you've got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!
Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automotive painter jobs.
- Experience with waterborne and solvent-borne refinishing systems and spray gun operation
- Ability to mix, match, and apply color using computerized mixing systems
- Knowledge of surface preparation including sanding, masking, priming, and featheredging
- I-CAR or ASE B2 refinishing certification preferred or required
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and proper PPE use in a spray environment
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate vehicles within a shop or lot environment
Tips for Your Automotive Painter Job Search
List every refinishing system you know
Employers filter resumes by product line, so name every system you've used: waterborne, solvent-borne, UV-cure, and any brand-specific mixing systems. Generic phrases like 'paint experience' get skipped over when a hiring manager is scanning for a specific product.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists automotive painter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Photograph your panel work before it ships
A portfolio of finished panels, blended edges, and color-matched repairs does more for your candidacy than any certification line on a resume. Shops hiring for quality-focused roles expect to see your work, so document it consistently and keep images organized by repair type.
Target shops by their equipment, not just location
A shop running a crossdraft booth with a modern mixing system is a different job than one using older downdraft equipment. Matching your experience to a shop's actual setup shows you've done your research and reduces the chance of a mismatch after you're hired.
Bring your I-CAR or ASE card to the interview
Many collision centers require I-CAR Gold Class or ASE B2 certification as a condition of employment, not just a preference. Having your card in hand during the interview, rather than saying you can get it, removes an objection before it comes up.
Negotiate paint correction hours, not just base pay
Flat-rate shops pay by the job, so your real earnings depend on how labor hours are assigned for blend operations, colorant cost adjustments, and supplemental work. Ask how the shop handles those allocations before you accept an offer.
Automotive Painter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most automotive painters?
The most active employers for automotive painters right now are CARVANA, Alamo, and Hondru Auto, and the most openings are in Florida, Pennsylvania, and North Dakota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Collision repair chains, franchise dealership groups, and fleet maintenance contractors tend to post the most volume consistently.
How many automotive painter jobs are remote?
About 0% of automotive painter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The small share of remote-eligible work tends to involve color consulting, estimating, or technical training roles rather than production refinishing.
How do you become an automotive painter?
Most automotive painters start by completing a vocational or community college program in auto body repair or refinishing, then enter the field as a prep technician or painter's helper to build hands-on experience. From there, earning I-CAR or ASE B2 certification signals competency to employers and opens doors to higher-paying production roles and lead positions.
How do you get hired as an automotive painter with little or no experience?
Starting as a detailer, prep tech, or masking assistant inside a collision center is the most common entry point, since it puts you inside a working paint department where you can learn product systems and booth operation on the job. Completing even a short vocational refinishing course beforehand makes you a stronger candidate for those entry roles and speeds up the transition to painter status.
What does the automotive painter interview process look like?
Most shops conduct an initial phone screen followed by an in-person visit where you tour the facility and meet the shop foreman or production manager. Expect questions about the refinishing systems you've worked with, how you handle color-match issues, and your experience with blend operations. Some shops ask you to demonstrate spray technique or color identification before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to automotive painter jobs?
You can find and apply to automotive painter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from collision repair shops, dealerships, fleet operators, and custom fabrication facilities across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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