Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Collision
  • Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 1 day ago

Service Center Reading - Centre Ave 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...

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Body Shop Technician

  • Bergey's
  • New Columbia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Columbia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Bergey’s Inc. is a family-owned business that has been servicing our customers’ needs since 1924. Currently our company has over 50 locations and more than 1,800 team members. Today our family of...

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Automotive Repair Technician A

  • AAA Mid-Atlantic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

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

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Auto Body Technician Immediate Need!

  • Fred Beans Family of Dealerships
  • Bechtelsville, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bechtelsville, PA
  • 6 days ago

CARSTAR Fred Beans Boyertown needs 2 experienced metal technicians. Busy shop has immediate openings for the right candidates. Plenty of work to go around with the opportunity to make a great...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Williamsport, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Williamsport, PA
  • 6 days ago

Dincher's Auto Body, Inc. is looking to fill a full-time Auto body Technician/Body shop paint prep position. We are a very busy, family owned business. Must have own tools and experience. Hours...

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Auto Body Technician

  • The Boyd Group
  • Nanty Glo, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Nanty Glo, PA
  • 13 days 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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Auto Body Technician For Independent Repair Shop with a BIG IMPACT!

  • Lombardi Car Care & Collision
  • Washington, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, PA
  • 13 days ago

What We're Looking For: 10+ years of hands-on automotive repair experience Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently without constant oversight Soid work ethic and reliability...

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Automotive Painter - Car Dealership

  • Carmax
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 14 days ago

7233 - Lancaster - 1457 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17601 CarMax, the way your career should be! Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate I, you will play a vital role in...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • West Chester, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • West Chester, PA
  • 17 days ago

Navigation menu Keyword Location SEARCH HIRING: BODY TECHNICIANS All Careers I'm a Veteran Job Map Commute Options JOIN OUR TALENT COMMUNITY Auto Body Technician West Chester, PA 399 E Market St,...

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Auto Body Technician

  • St. Luke's University Health Network
  • Allentown, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 17 days ago

Navigation menu Keyword Location SEARCH HIRING: BODY TECHNICIANS All Careers I'm a Veteran Job Map Commute Options JOIN OUR TALENT COMMUNITY Auto Body Technician Allentown, PA 1324 Minesite Rd,...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Crash Champions
  • West Chester, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • West Chester, PA
  • 20 days ago

Champions Do More As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder-led multi-shop operator (MSO) of high-quality collision repair...

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Auto Body Painter

  • Chester, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 20 days ago

Auto Body Painter (Upper Chichester) compensation: as per experiance employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Auto Body Painter Must have 10 years exp, prep / mix / tint / denib...

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Auto Body Technician

  • Convergint Technologies LLC
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 22 days ago

Navigation menu Keyword Location SEARCH HIRING: BODY TECHNICIANS All Careers I'm a Veteran Job Map Commute Options JOIN OUR TALENT COMMUNITY Auto Body Technician Coraopolis, PA Autumn Woods Dr,...

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Body Shop Paint Tech

  • Lithia & Driveway
  • Wexford, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Wexford, PA
  • 22 days ago

Dealership: L0289 Baierl Chevrolet Baierl Chevrolet of Wexford Helping satisfied customers drive away with a smile on their face is what we do. If you have the drive to perform, exceed and excel...

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Automotive Painter - CarMax

  • Carmax
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 22 days ago

7233 - Lancaster - 1457 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17601 CarMax, the way your career should be! Position Overview As a Customer Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering an...

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Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Automotive Paint Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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