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Vehicle Painters

Vehicle painters prepare and paint cars, trucks, airplanes, farm equipment, and other vehicles.

Vehicle painters use solvents and sanders to prepare a surface to be painted. Paint may be applied in a solid color or according to custom specifications.

Vehicle Painters are in the Manufacturing career cluster and the Production pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$18.54 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   7.4%

Below statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Remove trim and mirrors from vehicles. Cover other surfaces that should not be painted with tape or paper.
  • Set up portable ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding.
  • Strip grease, dirt, paint, and rust from vehicle surface. Use power sanders, sand blasters, solvents, and brushes.
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Job Title Examples:

 Automotive Paint Technician,  Automotive Painter,  Automotive Refinish Technician 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.