Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in Linden, NJ

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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Experienced Medium-Duty Auto Body Technician wanted!

  • Passaic, NJ (17 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ (17 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

About the Role We are seeking a skilled and dependable Medium-Duty Auto Body Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience repairing and restoring medium-duty trucks,...

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Experienced Auto Body Technician Needed Quality Body Repair

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Quality Body Repair is hiring an experienced auto body technician for our shop located in Brooklyn. We are looking for someone reliable, skilled, and ready to work. This position is for an...

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NOW HIRING Auto Body Technician "A TECH" FULL TIME

  • Haledon, NJ (22 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Haledon, NJ (22 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

I-CAR certificates are a plus. MUST HAVE VALID WORK AUTHORIZATION AND DRIVERS LICENSE. Immediate hire available for the right candidate. CALL TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW JOIN OUR TEAM!!! ......

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Auto body shop helper

  • Linden, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Linden, NJ
  • 6 days ago

A helper is needed for an auto body shop in Linden, NJ. Please apply in person or call .... Valid drivers license is a requirement. Duties include prepping for paint, some assembly and...

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Auto Collision Technician Wanted

  • New York, NY (15 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

un Auto Collision Technician Wanted (Brooklyn) compensation: $900+ employment type: job title: Painter Experienced Auto Collision Technician needed ASAP Work 6 days per week, $800+/week TBD...

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Auto Body Tech (Collision "A" Tech)

  • Branning Collision Centers
  • Union City, NJ (15 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Union City, NJ (15 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

un Auto Body Tech (Collision "A" Tech) (Union City) Branning Collision Centers compensation: Based on Experience employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Auto Body Tech Branning...

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Auto Body Technician-"A"

  • Maplewood, NJ (7 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (7 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

un Auto Body Technician-"A" (Maplewood) compensation: Hourly $$$$ employment type: job title: Auto Body Tech Quality oriented shop seeks experienced Auto Body Technician. Must have minimum of 5...

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Auto body and painter immediate hire

  • GS auto body
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

un Auto body and painter immediate hire (Brooklyn) GS auto body 933 east 51st st near Foster and faragut rd compensation: 800+ employment type: job title: Assistant Hello We are a up and coming...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Caliber Collision
  • North Brunswick, NJ (17 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (17 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Service Center North Brunswick 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,...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Caliber Holdings LLC
  • Maplewood, NJ (7 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (7 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Service Center Maplewood ASK ABOUT OUR SIGN-ON BONUS! Every day, over 20,000 car accidents disrupt lives. When our customers face one, we step in to make things right quickly, confidently, and...

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Experienced Auto Body Repair Technician - Manville, NJ

  • Carvana
  • Manville, NJ (18 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Manville, NJ (18 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 26 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 Repair Technician

  • Carvana
  • Manville, NJ (18 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Manville, NJ (18 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

We're looking for Autobody Preppers with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive bodywork experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and...

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Auto Body Tech

  • steves auto body & repair llc
  • Monroe Township, NJ (22 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ (22 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Order Number: DF0711865 Job Title: auto body tech Company: steves auto body & repair llc Location: Williamstown, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not...

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Auto Body Shop Assistant Needed Immediate Hire

  • Pequannock, NJ (22 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pequannock, NJ (22 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

This position is ideal for someone who wants to learn and grow in the automotive repair industry. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. post id: ... [ ]...

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Automotive Repair Technician B

  • AAA Mid-Atlantic
  • North Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Plainfield, NJ (9 miles from Linden, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

As an Automotive Repair Technician B, youll diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of vehicles, ensuring every customer leaves with confidence and peace of mind....

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Demographic Data for Linden, NJ

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Salary for Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in Linden, NJ

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 Linden, NJ 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 Linden, NJ
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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