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... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... paint mixing, and airbrush. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

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How much do auto paint mixer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for auto paint mixer in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Auto Paint Mixer job?

An Auto Paint Mixer is responsible for mixing and preparing automotive paints according to specified formulas to match vehicle colors accurately. They use specialized equipment and follow safety procedures to ensure consistency and quality in the paint. This role requires knowledge of color theory, paint mixing techniques, and attention to detail. Auto Paint Mixers often work in body shops, dealerships, or manufacturing facilities to support vehicle painting and refinishing processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Auto Paint Mixer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Auto Paint Mixer, you need a solid understanding of color theory, paint composition, and accurate measurement skills, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with paint mixing systems, computerized color-matching tools, and knowledge of safety data sheets (SDS) are typically expected. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong organizational skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure precise paint formulation, efficient teamwork, and adherence to safety and quality standards in automotive refinishing environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Auto Paint Mixer?

As an Auto Paint Mixer, your day generally involves reviewing work orders, selecting and mixing paint formulas, and ensuring color accuracy using computerized mixing systems. You’ll frequently interact with painters and body shop technicians to provide the correct paint blends needed for various repair jobs. In addition to mixing paints, you'll be responsible for maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and following safety protocols. Teamwork and clear communication are important, as you may need to coordinate closely with both the paint department and management to meet project timelines.
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Auto Painter

Auto Painter

Carvana

Delanco, NJ • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Carvana rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

198th of 712 rated retailers


Job description

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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About Carvana

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At Carvana, we sell cars, but we're not salespeople. Since 2013, we've been making it our mission to change the way people buy cars. We saw a huge problem with how much it can suck to buy a car the traditional way, so we committed ourselves to tackling one of the largest, yet-to-be-disrupted markets in the world - the $1T per year U.S. car market (yes, that's $Trillion with a "T").

Industry

Automobile dealers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US

Year founded

2011