Auto Body Painter

Overview

University Collision Center has proudly served the Los Angeles area with quality automotive repair and maintenance for over 33 years. We are now seeking a skilled and motivated Auto Body Painter to join our team. This position is responsible for performing high-quality refinish work, ensuring accurate color matching, and delivering a professional finish on every repair. The ideal candidate will work closely with our body technicians and support staff to maintain efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.

• Prepare vehicles and parts for paint (sanding, masking, priming, sealing).
• Mix and match paint for proper color match.
• Apply basecoat, clearcoat, and specialty coatings.
• Perform spot repairs, blends, and full refinish work.
• Inspect paintwork for quality and finish.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, booths, and equipment.
• Follow safety and environmental rules for paint handling.
• Work with body techs and estimators to stay on plan.
• Record all work done on repair orders.
• Keep up with new paint products and techniques.

• Minimum 3 years of professional auto body painting experience.
• Strong knowledge of refinishing techniques, including prep, basecoat/clearcoat, blending, and spot repair.
• Ability to mix and match paint for proper color matching.
• Familiarity with waterborne and solvent-based paint systems.
• Experience with sanding, masking, priming, and sealing.
• Knowledge of spray booth operation and equipment maintenance.
• Commitment to high-quality work and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow safety, environmental, and OSHA guidelines.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

• 401(k).
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay.
• Employee discount.
• Uniforms provided.

• Monday - Friday.

• Only full-time employees eligible.
• Waiting period applies for uniforms.