1

Automotive Paint Tech Rep Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive painting ... our high-tech Inspection Centers ( click here to learn more). If you're joining us in an ...

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive painting ... our high-tech Inspection Centers ( click here to learn more). If you're joining us in an ...

Painter

Park City, KS · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

... include automotive grade finishes * Scrape, sandpaper, prime or seal surfaces prior to painting ... Ability to wear proper PPE, including respirator and paint suit * Ability to solve practical ...

New

Paint Prep/Assembly (Pre-Finish Tech)

Wichita, KS · On-site

$16 - $21.50/hr

This includes the disassembly of products, preparation of surfaces, masking, staining or painting ... Extreme cold PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Automotive Paint Tech Rep information

See Kansas salary details

$10

$21

$33

How much do automotive paint tech rep jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for automotive paint tech rep in Kansas is $21.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $26.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges automotive paint tech reps encounter on the job?

Automotive Paint Tech Reps often face challenges such as troubleshooting complex paint defects, guiding customers through proper application techniques, and adapting to new paint technologies or environmental regulations. Balancing technical problem-solving with clear communication is critical when assisting body shops or dealership clients with product questions and solutions. Navigating a busy schedule that involves both on-site client visits and remote support can also be demanding but offers variety and autonomy throughout the workweek. Overcoming these challenges helps you deliver value to customers, build lasting relationships, and establish yourself as a trusted expert in the field.

What is an automotive paint tech rep?

An Automotive Paint Tech Rep provides technical support and training to auto body shops and customers on paint products, application techniques, and problem-solving. They assist with troubleshooting issues like color matching, paint defects, and product selection. The role often involves on-site visits, demonstrations, and ensuring customers use products effectively. Strong knowledge of automotive refinishing and excellent communication skills are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automotive paint tech rep?

To thrive as an Automotive Paint Tech Rep, you need a strong understanding of automotive paint products, application processes, and surface preparation, often supported by experience in collision repair or automotive finishing. Familiarity with paint mixing systems, color matching tools, and certifications such as ASE or equivalent can enhance your technical expertise. Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills help build trust with clients and support successful troubleshooting. These abilities are essential for effectively advising clients, resolving product issues, and ensuring a high standard of quality in automotive refinishing projects.

What are popular job titles related to Automotive Paint Tech Rep jobs in Kansas? For Automotive Paint Tech Rep jobs in Kansas, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Automotive Paint Tech Rep jobs in Kansas look for? The top searched job categories for Automotive Paint Tech Rep jobs in Kansas are:
What cities in Kansas are hiring for Automotive Paint Tech Rep jobs? Cities in Kansas with the most Automotive Paint Tech Rep job openings:
Infographic showing various Automotive Paint Tech Rep job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,868 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Automotive Prepper

Carvana

Overland Park, KS

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago


Carvana rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 278 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 731 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.


What Carvana employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


Carvana logo

About Carvana

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

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