About the Job
Do you love classic cars and want to learn how high-quality automotive finishes are created? That’s Minor Customs is looking for a motivated Entry-Level Painter’s Helper / Refinish Apprentice who is ready to learn through hands-on, on-the-job training.
No prior professional painting experience is required. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with their hands, pays close attention to detail, and wants to develop a career in automotive refinishing.
We’re a friendly, close-knit team specializing in premium, collector-quality classic, vintage, and muscle cars. Our shop stands above the rest because we hold ourselves to a high standard of craftsmanship—and we have a lot of fun doing what we love.
If learning to create beautiful finishes on incredible vehicles sounds like your dream job, this may be the place for you.
What You’ll Learn and Do
- Assist experienced painters and body technicians with vehicle preparation
- Clean, sand, scuff, and prepare surfaces for primer and paint
- Mask vehicles, parts, trim, glass, and surrounding areas
- Assist with applying primers, sealers, and other refinishing materials
- Learn proper block-sanding and surface-preparation techniques
- Identify surface imperfections and help prepare them for correction
- Help mix and organize refinishing materials under supervision
- Learn proper spray-booth preparation and cleanup procedures
- Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, organized work area
- Follow all shop safety procedures and correctly use personal protective equipment
- Work carefully around valuable and one-of-a-kind vehicles
- Complete assigned training and continue developing automotive-refinishing skills
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Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation and PTO
- Health insurance
- Employee discounts
- Hands-on, on-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Training in premium automotive preparation and refinishing techniques
