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Posted August 16, 2026

Automotive Painter

GPM Truck Center Inc
Crystal Lake, IL, US Full Time
15USD - 30USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

A Truck and Equipment Painter plays a crucial role in preparing and applying paint to vehicles, ensuring a flawless finish that meets quality standards. Working as part of a painting team, this role involves detailed surface preparation, precise paint application, and finishing tasks, specifically including expertise in heavy-duty truck painting. The ideal candidate is skilled in color matching, maintains equipment, and complies with safety protocols while interacting professionally with customers.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare vehicle surfaces through cleaning, sanding, and masking
  • Apply paint using standard and advanced spray painting tools
  • Match colors accurately to meet customer and brand specifications
  • Perform finishing tasks to achieve smooth and durable coatings
  • Maintain and clean painting equipment regularly
  • Inspect painted surfaces for quality and defects
  • Follow all safety regulations and procedures
  • Communicate effectively with customers regarding paint jobs and expectations
  • Specialized in heavy-duty truck painting

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in automotive painting
  • Proficiency with standard spray painting tools and advanced paint technology

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