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Carvana

Auto Body Technician

Greenfield, IN · On-site

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Prepper

Seattle, WA

$21 - $23/hr

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Paint Prepper

Buffalo, NY

$17 - $19/hr

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Prepper

Mckinney, TX

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Prepper

Dallas, TX · On-site

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Prepper

Blue Mound, TX

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Prepper

Auburn, WA · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

Carvana

Auto Body Paint Prepper

Akron, NY · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...

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How much do part time auto body painter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time auto body painter in the United States is $26.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Part Time Auto Body Painter do?

A Part Time Auto Body Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, and painting vehicles to restore them to their original appearance after damage or wear. They work with a variety of paints, tools, and techniques to achieve a high-quality finish, often following specific instructions from repair estimates or customer requests. Part time auto body painters may work in auto body shops, dealerships, or specialized paint facilities, and their schedules typically offer flexibility. In addition to painting, they may also perform minor surface repairs, masking, and finishing tasks to ensure a professional result.

What is the difference between Part Time Auto Body Painter vs Auto Body Technician?

AspectPart Time Auto Body PainterAuto Body Technician
CredentialsBasic painting certifications, OSHA safety trainingCertifications in body repair, welding, and painting
Work EnvironmentAuto repair shops, collision centersAuto repair shops, collision centers
Job FocusApplying paint and finishes to vehicle exteriorsRepairing, replacing, and restoring vehicle body parts

Part Time Auto Body Painters primarily focus on applying paint and finishes, often working part-time hours, while Auto Body Technicians handle a broader range of repair tasks including bodywork and structural repairs. Both roles are essential in collision repair shops and share similar work environments and certifications, but their core responsibilities differ.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Auto Body Painter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Auto Body Painter, you need expertise in surface preparation, color matching, and paint application, typically supported by a high school diploma and vocational training in auto body repair. Familiarity with spray guns, paint booths, sanding equipment, and safety protocols, as well as certifications like ASE, are valuable. Attention to detail, time management, and strong communication skills help ensure high-quality finishes and effective teamwork. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering professional results, meeting customer expectations, and maintaining safety standards in a workshop environment.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time auto body painters, and how can they be addressed?

Part-time auto body painters often face challenges such as managing time efficiently between multiple jobs, staying up-to-date with the latest painting techniques, and ensuring consistent quality in their work despite a reduced schedule. To address these challenges, it's important to communicate clearly with supervisors about availability, take advantage of training opportunities, and develop strong organizational skills. Collaborating closely with other technicians and staying proactive about learning can help ensure that part-time painters remain valuable team members and deliver high-quality results.
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Auto Body Technician

Auto Body Technician

Carvana

Greenfield, IN • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Carvana rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 265 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

179th of 715 rated retailers

Job description

We're looking for Auto Body Preppers with a minimum of 6 months of professional automotive prepping 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 an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing.
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 CarvanaAt 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

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