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Trainee Auto Paint Mixer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... 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 ...

... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

Auto Paint Prepper

Powell, OH · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

Auto Paint Prepper

Powell, OH · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

... mixing, and airbrush. * Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...

... product mixing, and application. Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A ... The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for ...

... mixing, and airbrush. * Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint ... 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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Trainee Auto Paint Mixer information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Trainee Auto Paint Mixer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trainee Auto Paint Mixer, you need a keen eye for color matching, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of paint chemistry, typically supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with color mixing tools, spectrophotometers, and automotive paint mixing systems is highly beneficial. Strong organizational skills, teamwork, and a willingness to learn make individuals excel in this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate color matches, maintaining quality standards, and supporting efficient workflow in auto body shops.

What are some common challenges faced by a Trainee Auto Paint Mixer, and how can they be overcome?

As a Trainee Auto Paint Mixer, common challenges include accurately matching paint colors, understanding the properties of different paints, and managing environmental factors that affect paint quality. Overcoming these obstacles often involves hands-on practice, careful attention to detail, and learning from experienced colleagues. Trainees should also familiarize themselves with color-matching technology and follow strict safety protocols to ensure both quality results and a safe workspace.

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

AspectTrainee Auto Paint MixerAuto Body Painter
CertificationsBasic training, on-the-job learningMay require certifications in painting or bodywork
Work EnvironmentWorkshop, auto repair shopsAuto repair shops, collision centers
Job FocusPreparing and mixing paint, assisting paintersApplying paint and finishing auto bodies

The Trainee Auto Paint Mixer primarily focuses on preparing and mixing paint under supervision, gaining foundational skills. In contrast, an Auto Body Painter applies paint directly to vehicles, often with more advanced techniques. While both roles work in auto repair environments, the trainee position emphasizes learning and support, whereas the painter role involves executing painting tasks independently.

What does a Trainee Auto Paint Mixer do?

A Trainee Auto Paint Mixer assists in preparing and mixing automotive paints according to specific color formulas and customer requirements. They learn how to measure, blend, and match paint colors using specialized equipment under the supervision of experienced technicians. Their role may also include maintaining mixing stations, following safety procedures, and helping to ensure the quality and consistency of paint jobs. Over time, trainees gain the skills needed to accurately mix paints for various vehicles and finishes.

Where do car painters make the most money?

Car painters, including auto paint mixers, tend to earn higher wages in regions with a strong automotive industry or higher living costs, such as large metropolitan areas. Experience, certifications, and working with advanced equipment can also increase earning potential regardless of location.
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Auto Paint Prep

$22 - $26/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Carvana rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 264 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

178th of 713 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.

Pay Range: $22 - $26 hourly


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.


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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