Automotive Recon Paint Technician

Hendrick Automotive Company • Hoover, AL • 18h ago

Hendrick Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Collision Center (Hoover)

Location: 1624 Montgomery Highway, Hoover, Alabama 35216

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Recon Painter to support our used vehicle reconditioning operation. This role focuses on producing consistent, high-quality paint finishes on pre-owned vehicles in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining strong productivity and safe work practices.

Key Responsibilities

Perform reconditioning paint work on used vehicles including spot repairs, panels, and overall refinish as needed

Complete surface preparation: sanding, feather-edging, priming, sealing, masking, and final wipe-down

Mix and apply paint using proper techniques for color match, blend, and finish quality

Operate and maintain spray equipment, paint systems, and booth procedures

Work with team members on repair planning and production flow to meet recon timelines

Identify defects and perform corrections: runs, dirt nibs, orange peel, fisheyes, etc.

Follow all OSHA, PPE, hazardous materials, and paint manufacturer guidelines

Maintain a clean, organized workspace (5S mindset) and protect customer/dealership property

Document work performed and communicate job status clearly

Qualifications / Requirements

2+ years of automotive painting experience (recon/production experience strongly preferred)

Strong understanding of prep, masking, blending, and color match

Ability to meet production targets without sacrificing quality

Familiarity with common paint systems (e.g., PPG, Axalta, BASF, Sherwin-preferred)

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Ability to stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in a shop environment

Preferred (Nice to Have)

Experience in a high-volume used car recon setting

ASE or I-CAR training (or willingness to obtain)

Experience with waterborne paint systems and compliant booth operations

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and stable workflow

Modern equipment and organized production processes

Benefits package may include: medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, and employee discounts

Career growth opportunities within a larger dealership/collision organization

Desired Education:

o GED

v High School Diploma

o Associate Degree

o Bachelor Degree

o Master Degree

o Doctorate Degree

Field of Study/Work Experience:

o Accounting

o Automotive

o Business

o Human Resources

o Information Technology

Desired Work Experience:

o up to 3 years

v 3-5 years

o 5+ years

Education/Experience:

Demonstrable knowledge of body repair methods. Collision Center repair training or commensurate experience. Ability to operate equipment necessary to perform Collision Center repair functions. Previous experience in Collision Center Paint. Ability to operate equipment to perform painting functions.

Certificates and Licenses:

v Valid Driver's License

o Automobile Salesperson License

Computer Skills:

Basic Computer skills to utilize timekeeping system.

Communication Skills:

Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.

Attendance Expectations:

The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds.

Environment Demands:

Duties are performed primarily in the body repair shop. Work includes movement of vehicle body parts, working in various physical positions, the safe operation of power tools, frequent movement around vehicles in order to apply paint to various vehicle body parts. May be exposed to loud noise, vibration, paint-dust, paint fumes, and other body repair shop conditions.

Verbal and Writing Ability:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. Ability to understand and follow technical manuals.

Core Values:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values:

Servant Leadership

Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.

Teamwork through Trust & Respect

Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.

Integrity

Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.

Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm

Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.

Passion for Winning

Hendrick's tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.

Accountability at All Levels

Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.

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