Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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
  • 4 hours ago
  • Passaic, NJ
  • 4 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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Automotive Repair Technician C

  • AAA Mid Atlantic
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Job Order Number: DF0797187 Job Title: Automotive Repair Technician C Company: AAA Mid Atlantic Location: Hamilton, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided...

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Body Technician

  • The Boyd Group
  • Oaklyn, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Oaklyn, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass Great Teams Dont Happen by Accident Built with Intent. Driven by YOU. At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and...

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Automotive Technician/ Auto Body Guy Used Car Dealership

  • Williamstown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamstown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

NOW HIRING 2 MECHANICS + 1 AUTO BODY REPAIR/PAINTER (WILLIAMSTOWN, NJ) Best Auto Deals LLC is expanding and hiring 3 fulltime positions ASAP: Automotive Technician (2 openings) Auto Body...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Caliber Collision
  • Bayville, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bayville, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Service Center Bayville 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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Automotive Repair Technician C

  • LE001 AAA Club Alliance Inc.
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Bring: At least 2 years of experience as an Automotive Technician with proven ability to perform standard automotive repairs....

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NOW HIRING Auto Body Technician "A TECH" FULL TIME

  • Haledon, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Haledon, 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 Technician

  • Caliber Holdings LLC
  • Township of Washington, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Township of Washington, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Service Center Washington Township 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 (2nd Shift) - $4,000 Bonus

  • Carvana
  • Delanco, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Delanco, NJ
  • 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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Automotive Repair Technician C

  • AAA Mid-Atlantic
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 6 days ago

What Youll Bring: At least 2 years of experience as an Automotive Technician with proven ability to perform standard automotive repairs....

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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 Body Shop Painter

  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Must have experience!!!! Must be a painter not a helper!!!!!! Employee Benefits include: Paid Holidays Paid sick days Paid Vacation Holiday Bonus Health insurance Available Please contact William ...

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Auto Body Painter

  • Linden, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Linden, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Experienced Auto Body Painter needed. Top Pay for Top Tech. Quality work a must. Must have own tools. Call ...

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Auto Body Tech (Collision "A" Tech)

  • Branning Collision Centers
  • Union City, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Union City, 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
  • 8 days ago
  • Maplewood, 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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Salary for Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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