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Automotive Painter

Tesla
Southfield, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025 CLOSED ON 4/2/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Painter position at Tesla?

What To Expect
The Tesla Collision Repair Program is looking for an Automotive Painter to work on one of the most progressive vehicle brands in the world. This position will involve supporting the Collision Repair Program in all aspects.

What You'll Do

  • High quality spray application of primers, sealers, basecoats, and clearcoats
  • Spraying approximately 6 (Fully Prepped) RO’s per day (2 Fasias, 1 - six panel jobs, 3 - Two to three panel jobs) in state-of-the-art downdraft spray booths
  • Working closely with prep staff and other painters to meet work demands as a team
  • Invisible basecoat color blending
  • Application of 2 and 3 stage colors
  • Produce sprayed finishes with little or no dirt and a consistent gloss and texture matching the OEM finish without the need to sand and buff


  • What You'll Bring

  • 5 years' experience refinishing cars in an automotive collision repair environment utilizing urethane based refinish systems
  • Willingness to work overtime if required
  • Must be willing to train others
  • Capable of reading and comprehending automotive repair procedures
  • Certificate from Vocational School in Collision Repair preferred
  • Valid driver’s license preferred


  • Benefits
    Compensation and Benefits
    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program


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