Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in Watertown, MA

An Automotive Paint Technician, also known as an auto body painter, specializes in applying paint and finish to vehicles in an automotive company. They are responsible for performing color matching and mixing, surface preparation, applying primer, paint, and clear-coating. They also conduct final inspections, buffing and polishing the vehicle's surface, correcting any defects, ensuring quality and uniformity, and adhering to safety and environmental standards. The technician uses a variety of tools, such as spray guns, sanders, and brushes.

Prospective Automotive Paint Technicians should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and a post-secondary training program in auto body repair technology could be beneficial. They typically require a certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Important skills include attention to detail, dexterity, technical skills, and a good sense of color. Prior to becoming an Automotive Paint Technician, individuals may have roles such as Automotive Detailer, Body Shop Assistant, or Auto Body Repair Technician to gain experience in the field.

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Auto Body Technician

  • Caliber Holdings LLC
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Service Center Bedford Every day, over 20,000 car accidents disrupt lives. When our customers face one, we step in to make things right quickly, confidently, and with care. At Caliber, fixing...

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Experienced Auto Body Technician - $4,000 Bonus

  • Carvana
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 6 days ago

We're looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history...

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Auto Body Technician/Helper/Preper We Are Hiring

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 8 days ago

un AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN/HELPER/PREPER!!! WE ARE HIRING!!! (Wilmington MA) compensation: based on experience employment type: job title: Technician Imperial Auto is proud to announce that we are...

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Autobody painter

  • AutoPrecision
  • Watertown, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Watertown, MA
  • 8 days ago

un Autobody painter (Watertown) AutoPrecision 48 Prentiss street compensation: $40-$50/hour employment type: job title: autobody painter Busy autobody shop is looking for an autobody painter...

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Auto Body Tech & Mechanic Trainees

  • Bumper to Bumper
  • Brockton, MA (21 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (21 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Bumper to Bumper has been serving Brockton, Whitman, Easton, Stoughton, the Bridgewaters, and the rest of the South Shore since 1990! We are currently hiring for full and part time Auto Body Tech...

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Experienced Heavy Body Technician (2nd Shift) - $6,000 Bonus

  • Carvana, LLC
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 17 days ago

We're looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history...

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Auto Body Painter (2nd Shift) - $4000 Bonus

  • Carvana, LLC
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 17 days ago

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Thermo King Northeast
  • Randolph, MA (15 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Randolph, MA (15 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Jobs Randolph, MA Auto Body Technician Thermo King Northeast Auto Body Technician Randolph, MA Apply Auto Body Technician Department: Collision Repair Location: Randolph, MA START YOUR APPLICATION...

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HIRING NOW! Auto Body Combo Technician (2nd Shift) - $6,000 Bonus

  • Carvana
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 18 days ago

We're looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history...

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Automotive Painter (2nd Shift) - $4000 Bonus

  • Carvana
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 19 days ago

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and...

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Auto Body Combo Tech (2nd Shift) - $6,000 Bonus

  • Carvana
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 19 days ago

We're looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history...

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Auto Body Tech

  • commonwealth auto body
  • Revere, MA (10 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Revere, MA (10 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 19 days ago

un AUTO BODY TECH (Revere) commonwealth auto body compensation: HOURLY employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Auto Body technician Experienced Bodyman needed. Must have tools...

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Auto Body Paint Technician - Trainee

  • Dent Wizard International
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 23 days ago

For a quick application text APPLY1 to 82174 About Dent Wizard Dent Wizard is the nation's undisputed leader in automotive reconditioning services and vehicle protection products - and our success...

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Auto Body Technician (Chelmsford)

  • The Boyd Group
  • Chelmsford, MA (17 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (17 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company: Assured Automotive At Assured Automotive, we have been providing quality workmanship on every collision repair for over 30 years. As part of The Boyd Group, we have numerous locations...

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Automotive Painter (2nd Shift) - $6000 Bonus

  • Carvana
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Watertown, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and...

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Demographic Data for Watertown, MA

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Salary for Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in Watertown, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAutomotiveProfessionals research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Automotive Paint Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Automotive Paint Technicians in Watertown, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.5%
Associate's Degree
16.2%
Bachelor's Degree
10.4%
Master's Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Automotive Paint Technicians in Watertown, MA
None
41.4%
Less than 1 year
28.9%
4-6 years
13.0%
2-4 years
7.0%
1-2 years
4.9%
10+ years
4.9%


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