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Painter/Estimator

Bothell, WA ยท On-site

$25 - $35/hr

We offer flexibility for: * Full-time W-2 employees * Part-time W-2 employees * Experienced ... Interior and exterior painting (prep, priming, finishing) * Surface preparation (patching, sanding ...

Auto Detail Technician

Sacramento, CA ยท On-site

$18 - $40/hr

Experience should include interior and exterior detailing, paint decontamination (mechanical and ... Positions are part-time to start and will transition into full time employment opportunities. TO ...

Auto Detail Technician

Sacramento, CA ยท On-site

$18 - $40/hr

Experience should include interior and exterior detailing, paint decontamination (mechanical and ... Positions are part-time to start and will transition into full time employment opportunities. TO ...

Counter Sales - Part Time

Somersworth, NH ยท On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Fisher Auto Parts' employees are one of the key ingredients to our success - past, present and ... Ability to learn to mix paint, perform various shop functions, including turning drums and rotors ...

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

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time auto 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 painter do?

A part time auto painter is responsible for preparing and painting vehicles to restore or enhance their appearance. Their duties typically include sanding, masking, mixing paint, applying primers and top coats, and inspecting finished surfaces for quality. Working part-time, they may assist full-time painters in auto body shops, dealerships, or specialty paint shops. They use various tools and follow safety guidelines to ensure a high-quality, durable finish. Attention to detail and knowledge of different paint types and techniques are important for this role.

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

AspectPart Time Auto PainterAuto Body Technician
CredentialsBasic spray painting certifications, on-the-job trainingCertifications in auto body repair, welding, and painting
Work EnvironmentAuto repair shops, paint booths, garagesRepair shops, collision centers, auto body shops
Industry UsageUsed for cosmetic painting, touch-ups, small projectsInvolved in repairing, replacing, and refinishing vehicle bodies

While both roles involve vehicle painting, a Part Time Auto Painter primarily focuses on cosmetic spray painting and touch-ups, often on a part-time basis. An Auto Body Technician handles a broader range of repair tasks, including structural repairs and full vehicle refinishing. The roles overlap in painting skills and work environments but differ in scope and certification requirements.

What are the typical work hours and team dynamics for a part-time auto painter?

Part-time auto painters often work flexible hours, which can include mornings, afternoons, or weekends, depending on the shop's needs and customer demand. They typically collaborate with full-time painters, body shop technicians, and supervisors to ensure vehicles are prepped, painted, and finished on schedule. Communication and teamwork are essential, as part-time roles may require coordinating handoffs between shifts and sharing updates on project status. This environment provides a great opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues and develop technical skills, even with limited weekly hours.

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

To thrive as a Part Time Auto Painter, you need experience in automotive painting techniques, surface preparation, and color matching, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job training. Familiarity with spray guns, paint booths, sanding tools, and safety equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and teamwork are vital soft skills for delivering quality finishes and meeting deadlines. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure vehicles receive durable, professional paint jobs while maintaining safety and efficiency in the workshop.
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Auto Parts Counter Sales (Part Time) # 72

Auto Parts Counter Sales (Part Time) # 72

Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.

Sedalia, MO โ€ข On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

The Counter Sales Level 1 provides friendly and courteous over-the-counter direct sales to customers, takes orders in-person and by phone, and supports the overall performance of store operations. This is driven by an energetic focus and promotion of sales programs as well as customer and team-oriented activities. Incentives may be available for their Sales activities, which can cover aftermarket automotive replacement parts, and may include the sale of heavy-duty parts, auto and industrial paint, and body shop supplies and equipment. Check us out at btbautoparts.com and apply today!
Today, Replacement Parts, Inc. and Crow Burlingame is made up of a corporate staff, wholesale auto parts and automotive paint store locations, and our warehouse division, Parts Warehouse Inc. (PWI). We employ around 1,400 employees, in twelve (12) states, working at approximately 220 locations, all operating in the aftermarket automotive parts, paint, and heavy-duty parts business. In 2019, our company celebrated 100 years of serving our communities as a privately held business and proud to be part of the "Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts" family.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Attend work every day, on time, as scheduled, unless management authorizes time-off.
  • Demonstrate courteous, respectful, and kind conduct toward every customer and co-worker.
  • Demonstrates the ability and willingness to learn RPI store systems and processes.
  • Cooperate and coordinate well with coworkers and as a team member.
  • Perform job duties in compliance with legal, regulatory, and Company safety guidelines, practices and policies.
  • Maintain neat, clean, and professional appearance.
  • Attend and/or complete assigned training to develop knowledge of various product lines offered by the company.
  • Provide exceptional customer service including assisting in determining parts needed.
  • Partner with more experienced/knowledgeable employee when necessary to effectively offer options to solve customer problems.
  • Learn to research part's availability through computer and catalogs for stock numbers, inventory status, and pricing. Be willing to ask for assistance when needed.
  • Locate and pull parts for orders, check in, put up, straighten, dust, and rearrange stock as needed.
  • Complete assigned online training programs which in some instances include knowledge tests.
  • Handle cash and credit transactions; properly invoice/credit customer accounts.
  • Follow manager's instructions on how to correctly handle new and defective core returns from customers. Learn correct process to insure proper customer credit and complete necessary paperwork. Partner with manager until manager determines your level of experience is adequate to independently process necessary paperwork.
  • Process incoming inventory, put up stock.
  • Pull appropriate parts to complete customer order. Tag the orders for delivery.
  • Ability to safely drive a vehicle in different weather and traffic conditions.
  • Work home store inventory/assist in other location's inventory, if assigned.
  • Clean (pick-up trash, sweep, mop, etc.) and maintain inside and outside of building area.
  • Perform any other tasks as assigned.

Our Benefits (all benefits are based on eligibility and subject to change)
  • 401(k) employer matching
  • Company Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
  • Short Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Additional Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Purchase Discounts
  • Scholarship Program
  • Earning Incentives and Bonuses

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
Continuous Learning - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
Managing Customer Focus - Promotes customer focus; establishes customer service standards; monitors customer satisfaction.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values.
Sales Skills - Maintains customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent experience or motivation to pursue a GED. One year of professional automotive parts experience or two years of hobbyist automotive parts experience preferred.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge including web browsing and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid driver's license (Class E required for all Missouri locations) and clean driving record.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employment at Replacement Parts, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer. Replacement Parts, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. *This is a Safety Sensitive position due to the use of heavy equipment and hazardous material.