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Automotive Custom Design and Paint Specialist April 30, 2025

Located in Portland, OR

Job Full Description

We are seeking a skilled Automotive Custom Design & Paint Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will use your expertise to create custom automotive designs and apply high-quality, precision paintwork to vehicles. Whether it’s for complete car repaints, custom graphics, or specialty finishes, you’ll work closely with clients to turn their vision into reality. If you have a passion for automotive design, advanced painting techniques, and delivering top-notch work, we want to hear from you!

Duties:

  • Work directly with clients to understand their custom automotive design and paint preferences

  • Prepare vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, and priming surfaces as needed

  • Apply custom paint designs, finishes, and graphics, including airbrushing, pinstriping, and multi-color schemes

  • Select and mix paints to achieve the desired colors and finishes for each project

  • Use advanced painting tools and techniques to ensure smooth, professional results

  • Apply clear coats and ensure proper drying times for flawless paint protection

  • Perform quality checks throughout the painting process to ensure perfection

  • Repair minor body damage, such as dents and scratches, before painting

  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure the timely completion of projects

  • Maintain and clean painting equipment, ensuring that tools and materials are in excellent working condition

  • Keep detailed records of materials used, time spent on projects, and any special client requests

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in custom automotive paint, designs, and techniques

  • Ensure that all work meets safety standards and complies with environmental regulations

Preferred Skills:

  • Proven experience in automotive custom paintwork and design, including airbrushing and graphic applications

  • Strong understanding of automotive paint systems, tools, and techniques

  • Expertise in mixing and applying various types of paint, including specialty and custom finishes

  • Ability to create intricate, detailed custom designs and graphics for automotive projects

  • Excellent attention to detail and precision in all aspects of work

  • Ability to work with various automotive materials and surfaces, including metal, fiberglass, and plastics

  • Knowledge of automotive body repair, including dent removal and surface preparation

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot painting issues

  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients to understand their design vision

  • Proficiency in using paint booths and other automotive painting equipment

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • A portfolio showcasing your custom automotive design and paint work is a plus

  • A valid driver’s license and ability to work with vehicles in a shop environment

Benefits:

  • 401k with company match

  • Medical insurance

  • Optical coverage

  • Dental coverage

  • Life Insurance

  • Short-term disability coverage


Apply online or at our office:

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www.Expresspros.com/TigardOR

We are located at:
10115 SW Nimbus Ave. #500
Tigard, OR 97223
503-624-2001

Need more information about this job?
Contact our Staffing Consultants at 503-624-2001, or by email at Jobs.TigardOR@expresspros.com.

Tigard, OR
1932
10115 Southwest Nimbus Avenue
Suite 500
Tigard, OR 97223

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