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Xcite Automotive is hiring a Painter at our partner dealership in Pinellas Park, FL!
n**Job Description: As a Painter at Xcite Automotive, **you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, retail-ready paint finishes on new and used vehicles in a fast-paced, production-driven reconditioning environment. This position is responsible for completing automotive refinishing from surface preparation through final clear coat while maintaining consistent quality, efficiency, and dealership appearance standards.
nThe ideal candidate is an experienced automotive painter with strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently complete refinishing work. The Automotive Painter must be able to meet daily production expectations without sacrificing workmanship and should take pride in delivering clean, consistent, professional finishes.
nCompensation is competitive and aligned with experience, technical skill level, and demonstrated performance.
nKey Responsibilities
nnPerform automotive painting and refinishing to dealership retail-ready quality standards.
nComplete spot repairs, blends, panel refinishing, and other automotive paint repairs as required.
nPrepare vehicle surfaces for refinishing, including sanding, masking, priming, and surface correction.
nMix and match automotive paint according to OEM color specifications and required finish standards.
nApply primer, base coat, and clear coat using proper refinishing techniques.
nOperate paint booths, HVLP spray guns, sanding equipment, masking materials, and other automotive refinishing tools safely and effectively.
nInspect surfaces before, during, and after paint application to identify imperfections and ensure quality results.
nPerform finish correction and address paint defects as needed.
nMaintain consistent production quality while working within daily vehicle turnaround and throughput expectations.
nWork efficiently in a high-volume, production-driven environment while maintaining attention to detail.
nProperly clean, maintain, and organize paint equipment, tools, and work areas.
nFollow all company safety procedures and applicable environmental guidelines for paint and chemical handling.
nProperly store and dispose of paint materials, solvents, and other refinishing products according to company and regulatory requirements.
nCommunicate any vehicle, material, equipment, or workflow issues to management.
nAssist paint preppers, junior technicians, and other team members as needed to maintain production workflow.
nEnsure completed vehicles meet company and dealership standards before moving to the next stage of the reconditioning process.
n nMinimum Qualifications / Must-Haves
nn3+ years of professional automotive painting or refinishing experience.
nPrevious experience in a dealership, collision repair facility, body shop, or automotive reconditioning center.
nProven ability to independently complete automotive refinishing from surface preparation through final clear coat.
nStrong knowledge of automotive paint systems, color matching, blending, and finish correction.
nHands-on experience with paint booths, HVLP spray guns, sanding, masking, priming, and paint application.
nAbility to consistently meet daily production and vehicle turnaround goals without sacrificing quality.
nStrong attention to detail and pride in quality craftsmanship.
nAbility to inspect finished work and identify imperfections or paint defects.
nStrong understanding of automotive refinishing safety procedures and proper handling of paint and chemicals.
nAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
nValid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
n nPreferred Qualifications / Nice-to-Haves
nnPrevious experience working in a high-volume dealership or automotive reconditioning operation.
nFamiliarity with waterborne automotive paint systems.
nI-CAR, ASE, or manufacturer-specific automotive refinishing certifications.
nExperience performing minor body repairs in addition to automotive painting.
nExperience with paint-less dent repair (PDR) or other vehicle appearance repair processes.
nAbility to assist with training or mentoring paint preppers, junior painters, or entry-level technicians.
nStrong time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple vehicles and repairs.
nBilingual English/Spanish communication skills are a plus.
n nBeneficial Types of Previous Experience
nnAutomotive Painter — Dealership
nAutomotive Refinish Technician
nCollision Repair Painter
nBody Shop Painter
nAutomotive Reconditioning Painter
nAutomotive Paint Technician
nAutomotive Paint Prepper
nCollision Repair Technician
nAuto Body Technician
n nApply today to start your career in Xcite Automotive! #INDAUTO2
nAboutXcite Automotive
nXcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite's team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.
nAdditional Information
nXcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Worksite address
pinellas park, FL, 34664, US
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