Paint Technician

Crash Champions

Paint Technician performing refinish work in the collision repair industry. Responsibilities include matching colors, correcting paint flaws, and applying designs.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,500 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs all refinish work according to specs.
Match colors of paint following specified color charts.
Responsible for communicating vehicles stage in paint process.
Monitor painting operations to identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks and correct their causes.
Mix paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors, stir and thin the paints using spatulas or power mixing equipment.
Follows OEM standards for blending formulas, topcoat application and curing.
Apply designs, lettering, or other identifying decorative items to finished products, using paint brushes or paint sprayers.
Verify paint consistency.
Lay out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, or patterns.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certifications in paint procedures
I-CAR certifications
Prior refinish experience
Ability to receive and give direction
Reliable work history
Must be able to pass thorough background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with match
Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
5 Paid Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Paint ProceduresColor MatchingPaint MixingTopcoat ApplicationCuring TechniquesDesign ApplicationBlueprint InterpretationFlaw IdentificationPaint Consistency VerificationStirring and Thinning Paints

Soft Skills

Ability to Receive DirectionAbility to Give DirectionReliable Work History

Certifications

I-CAR CertificationsCertifications in Paint Procedures