Overview
Automotive Painter Jobs in Aurora, OH at Ken Ganley Chrysler of Aurora
Automotive Painter / Refinish Technician
We are a professional, OEM-certified collision repair organization built on pride in our craft, teamwork, and accountability. Our paint department is a cornerstone of quality — what leaves the booth represents the entire shop.
Painters, body technicians, estimators, parts, and the front office work closely together to deliver consistent, high-quality repairs. We support one another, share best practices, and hold the work to a professional standard — because that’s how everyone gets better.
We are looking for an Automotive Painter / Refinish Technician who takes pride in their work, values a clean process, and wants to be part of a well-run, team-focused shop..
What You’ll Do
- Perform high-quality refinish work following OEM and paint manufacturer procedures
- Prep, mask, prime, block, and paint vehicles to shop standards
- Blend and color-match accurately and consistently
- Maintain a clean, organized paint booth and prep area
- Follow all safety, environmental, and material-handling procedures
- Communicate with production and management on workflow and needs
- Take pride in final delivery quality
What We’re Looking For
- Prior experience as an automotive painter / refinish technician
- Strong understanding of paint processes, materials, and equipment
- Ability to maintain quality under production volume
- Attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship
- Team-oriented mindset and professionalism
I-CAR training and OEM experience valued
Paint manufacturer training (Axalta, PPG, BASF, etc.) a plus
What Success Looks Like Here
- Consistent, high-quality finishes
- Minimal rework or comebacks
- Smooth handoffs from body to paint to detail
- Clean, organized work areas
- Strong teamwork across departments
Compensation — Performance Based
- Hourly Guarantee: Competitive base hourly rate
- Flat-Rate Pay: Earn flat-rate flag hours above 40 hours/week
- Skill tiering applies based on experience and capability
This structure provides stability with real upside for productive, quality-focused painters.
Who This Role Is For
- Experienced automotive painters
- Refinish technicians who value quality and teamwork
- Professionals looking for steady volume and fair pay
- Individuals seeking long-term stability in a well-run shop
Who Should Not Apply
- Entry-level candidates without refinish experience
- Anyone unwilling to follow process and quality standards
- Short-term or transitional job seekers
This is a career role in a shop where quality work is respected, supported, and rewarded.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Automotive Painter
Company: Ken Ganley Chrysler of Aurora
Location: Aurora, OH
