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Music City Recon

Automotive Paint Technician

Miami, FL · On-site

$800 - $1.5K/wk

... technicians. Pay: $800.00 - $1,500.00 per week Benefits: Responsibilities * Traveling to ... Mixing paint to specific color using standard formulas or color charts. * Painting, sanding ...

Landing Gears Technologies LLC

Paint Technician

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Painter Technicians report to the Lead Painter Technician for their assigned department and are ... Must have normal color vision. * Ability to bend, stoop, push, reach and kneel. * Ability to lift ...

Landing Gear Technologies LLC

Paint Technician

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Painter Technicians report to the Lead Painter Technician for their assigned department and are ... Must have normal color vision. * Ability to bend, stoop, push, reach and kneel. * Ability to lift ...

Landing Gear Technologies LLC

Paint Technician

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Painter Technicians report to the Lead Painter Technician for their assigned department and are ... Must have normal color vision. * Ability to bend, stoop, push, reach and kneel. * Ability to lift ...

Carstar

Paint Technician

Bayonne, NJ · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Paint Technician is responsible for refinishing all assigned vehicles using CARSTAR ... Duties include final sanding, masking, color mixing and tinting, spray booth operations, applying ...

UFP Industries

Stain and Paint Technician

Cedar Hill, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Prepare paints and stains to match color specifications, using correct ratios and equipment ... in a Lab or Production Setting * Perform pre-booth quality checks on equipment * Mix and apply ...

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How much do color lab paint technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for color lab paint technician in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a color lab paint technician?

Color Lab Paint Technicians are professionals who specialize in mixing, formulating, and testing paint colors within a laboratory setting. They ensure that paint formulas meet specific color standards, quality, and consistency required by manufacturers or clients. Their work often involves using precision instruments to measure color accuracy and making adjustments as needed. These technicians play a crucial role in industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and design, where exact color matching is essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a color lab paint technician?

To thrive as a Color Lab Paint Technician, you need a solid understanding of color theory, attention to detail, and experience with paint mixing or formulation, often supported by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with spectrophotometers, color matching software, and laboratory equipment is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, communication, and the ability to work precisely under deadlines are valuable soft skills. These competencies are critical for ensuring accurate color formulations and maintaining high product quality in manufacturing or laboratory environments.

What are some common challenges faced by color lab paint technicians when matching custom paint colors, and how can they be addressed?

Color Lab Paint Technicians often encounter challenges such as slight variations in raw materials, lighting inconsistencies, and substrate differences that can affect color accuracy. To address these, technicians use standardized processes, precise measurement tools like spectrophotometers, and maintain detailed batch records. Close collaboration with quality control teams and continuous training in color theory are also essential for minimizing mismatches and delivering consistent results.

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Infographic showing various Color Lab Paint Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,864 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

Automotive Paint Technician

Miami, FL • On-site

Music City Recon
Automotive Repair and Maintenance • 201 - 500 employees
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$800 - $1.5K/wk

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Locally owned company with over 100 years combined experience in the automotive reconditioning industry is expanding and is in need of a qualified and professional automotive paint technicians.
Pay: $800.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
Responsibilities
  • Traveling to dealerships for on-site cosmetic repair.
  • Inspecting vehicles to be painted for repair.
  • Prepping and/or buffing defects.
  • Mixing paint to specific color using standard formulas or color charts.
  • Painting, sanding, masking, blending and/or polishing finish and retouching as needed.

Qualifications
  • Experience Required
  • Need to have a valid driver's license & good driving record
  • Ability to interact with co-workers and customers.
  • Have at least two years of experience as an auto painter, prepping, and/or collision repair technician.
  • Must be detail oriented.
  • Must be an active listener and exercise sound judgment.
  • Must be a good multi-tasker.
  • The ability to follow complex instructions is a plus.
  • Should have ample knowledge of safety precautions.

Work Environment
  • Must be able to work with strong detergents and chemicals.
  • Time is spent working outside in both hot and cold weather conditions.
  • Must be willing to wear gloves and eye and ear protection.
  • In exchange for your hard work, attention to detail, and professionalism we offer a 40-hour minimum work week, Monday through Friday. Pay is highly competitive, paint leads earn up to 30% of gross bill out. Paint technicians work in teams of two and assist one another in completing jobs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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