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Auto Painter

Colonial Heights, VA · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

... 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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We specialize in Collision Repair, Detailing, and Complete Auto Painting. Competitive pay based on ... Job Type: Full-time Company Description Succesful locally owned Company with a Great Culture

... 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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We specialize in Collision Repair, Detailing, and Complete Auto Painting. Competitive pay based on ... Job Type: Full-time Company Description Succesful locally owned Company with a Great Culture

... 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 full time auto paint mixer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time 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 does a full time auto paint mixer do?

A Full Time Auto Paint Mixer is responsible for preparing and mixing automotive paints according to precise color specifications for vehicle repairs or custom paint jobs. They work closely with automotive technicians and body shops to ensure the correct color match and consistency. Their duties often include measuring and mixing paint, maintaining inventory, and following safety regulations for handling chemicals. Attention to detail and knowledge of paint formulas are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time auto paint mixer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Auto Paint Mixer, you need a strong understanding of color theory, paint composition, and automotive refinishing techniques, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with computerized paint mixing systems, spectrophotometers, and safety equipment is essential for daily tasks. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and effective communication are important soft skills for ensuring accurate color matching and collaborating with team members. These skills and qualities are vital for producing high-quality paint finishes, reducing errors, and maintaining safety standards in an automotive environment.

What are some common challenges faced by full time auto paint mixers, and how can they be managed on the job?

Full Time Auto Paint Mixers often encounter challenges such as achieving precise color matching and maintaining consistency across batches. Variations in paint composition, environmental factors like humidity, and outdated reference materials can all affect outcomes. To manage these challenges, it's important to stay updated with manufacturer guidelines, regularly calibrate mixing equipment, and communicate closely with technicians and body shop staff to ensure customer satisfaction. Attention to detail and a methodical approach are key to overcoming these common hurdles.

What is the difference between Full Time Auto Paint Mixer vs Auto Body Painter?

AspectFull Time Auto Paint MixerAuto Body Painter
CredentialsBasic certifications in auto body or paint application often preferredSimilar certifications, with additional skills in surface preparation
Work EnvironmentPaint mixing stations, auto repair shops, or body shopsAuto body repair shops, paint booths, and collision centers
Job FocusPreparing and mixing paints, ensuring color accuracyApplying paint and finishes to vehicle exteriors
Tools & EquipmentPaint mixers, color matching tools, safety gearSpray guns, sanders, masking tape, and paint booths

While both roles work within auto repair environments, a Full Time Auto Paint Mixer specializes in preparing and mixing paints, ensuring color consistency. An Auto Body Painter focuses on applying paint and finishing vehicle surfaces. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in auto body repair shops.

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Auto Body Paint Prepper (2nd Shift)

Framingham, MA • On-site

Carvana
Automobile Dealers • 5 - 10K employees

$23 - $27/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Carvana rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 281 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


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

Compensation

$23 - $27 per hour based on experience

Schedule

Full-time 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday 6:30pm - 5:30am

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


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