Automotive Painter

Position: Automotive Painter
Company: Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Painting

Job description: automotive paintermaaco collision & auto painting location: portland, or job type: full-timeposition overviewmaaco collision & auto painting is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented automotive painter to join our team.

$24.20 – $29.14 an hour

Professional Development is required

• Prepare vehicles for paint, including sanding, masking, priming, and cleaning surfaces
• Mix and apply paint according to manufacturer specifications and color formulas
• Perform high-quality refinishing, blending, and full-body paint application
• Ensure accurate color matching and consistent finish quality
• Inspect completed work for defects, overspray, and overall workmanship
• Maintain paint equipment, tools, and booth cleanliness
• Follow all safety, environmental, and OSHA guidelines
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure timely workflow
• Qualifications
• Required:
• Automotive painting experience (production or collision environment)
• Proficiency with spray guns, paint mixing, and refinishing equipment
• Strong understanding of prep, sanding, masking, and finish techniques
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to quality and safety
• Preferred:
• 2+ years professional automotive refinishing experience
• Experience with Maaco or similar high-volume shop
• Knowledge of PPG, Sherwin-Williams, BASF, or similar paint systems
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs
• Ability to work in a paint booth environment
• Compensation Benefits
• Competitive hourly rate or flat-rate commission structure (DOE)
• Weekly pay
• Performance-based bonuses (if applicable)
• Advancement opportunities within the Maaco network
• Employee service discounts
• Supportive team environment
• Pay: $24.20 – $29.14 per hour
• Expected hours: 40 per week
• Work Location: In person