Paint Technician
About the job
- A valid, in-state driver's license with an acceptable, safe driving record is required.
- At least two years of automotive experience is required.
- The candidate must be able to operate an automobile.
- Assess and analyze damaged areas and prepare them for painting, including removing rust and grease and masking parts that are not to be painted or coated.
- Prepare color tint to match or blend the paint color.
- Paint vehicles efficiently and to a high standard using a sprayer or brush as appropriate.
- Follow factory and dealership procedures when performing warranty work.
- Operate Collision Center equipment safely and productively, following safety standards for personal protective equipment while working on the production floor.
- Inspect craftsmanship quality and note runs, sags, or unpainted areas.
- Mix paint and chemicals according to manufacturer directions and specifications.
- Understand and follow federal, state, and local regulations affecting Collision Center operations, including hazardous-waste disposal and OSHA guidelines.
- Develop superior product knowledge to provide high-quality repairs.
- ICAR certification is preferred, or the candidate should be interested in becoming certified.
- OEM certification is preferred, or the candidate should be interested in becoming certified.
About the company
AutoNation runs car dealerships across the United States, selling and servicing vehicles from brands such as Toyota, Honda, Ford and Chevrolet. Alongside its franchised stores, it operates AutoNation USA stores that sell only used vehicles, plus collision repair centers and mobile mechanics who service cars at customers' homes. Shoppers can browse, buy and arrange financing in a store or online, and the company earns money on each vehicle sold, on parts and repair work, and on the financing, warranties and service contracts sold with each car. AutoNation was founded in 1996 by Wayne Huizenga, the entrepreneur behind Waste Management and Blockbuster, and is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Founded
1996
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Repair work steadies earnings: parts and service gross profit hit a record $607 million in Q2 2026.
- AI work has executive backing: Avis Budget's former digital chief became AutoNation's technology and AI chief in October 2026.
- The store base keeps growing: June 2026 purchases added an Atlanta Toyota store and three Bay Area luxury stores.
What critics are saying
- Fewer cars are selling: same-store used-vehicle retail units fell 8% in the quarter ending June 2026.
- Pricing faces federal scrutiny: the FTC warned AutoNation in March 2026 that advertised prices must include mandatory fees.
- Carmakers hold power over stores and staff: some agreements let manufacturers force sales of underperforming AutoNation dealerships.
What makes AutoNation unique
- Luxury cars carry the business: Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Lexus and other luxury stores produced 37% of 2025 revenue.
- It lends to its own buyers: in-house lender AutoNation Finance held a $2.7 billion loan portfolio by June 2026.
- Cancer fundraising is part of its brand: its pink-themed DRV PNK campaign raised over $50 million in a decade.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan