Automotive Refinish Technician

The Boyd Group, a leader in automotive collision repair, is seeking a skilled Refinish Technician to join our Automotive team. In this role, you'll perform high-quality vehicle refinishing, including surface preparation, color matching, and application of paints and coatings to manufacturer and company standards. You'll work with advanced tools and materials in a clean, safety-focused environment. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, offering ongoing training, growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to industry-leading workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality refinishing and repainting of vehicles following collision repair or restoration work
• Prepare vehicle surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming according to manufacturer and company standards
• Mix, match, and blend automotive paints to achieve accurate color and finish
• Operate spray guns and other refinishing equipment to apply basecoat, clearcoat, and specialty finishes
• Follow work orders and repair plans to ensure proper sequence and scope of refinishing tasks
• Inspect completed work for color accuracy, finish quality, and adherence to safety and quality standards
• Coordinate with body technicians, estimators, and management to ensure timely completion of vehicles
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, including proper storage and disposal of paints and chemicals
• Use PPE and follow all safety, environmental, and OSHA/WHMIS guidelines in the refinish area
• Perform minor bodywork, touch-ups, and detailing as needed to ensure a showroom-quality final product
• Document work performed in shop systems as required by company procedures
• Support a team-oriented culture by communicating effectively and assisting other technicians as needed

Required Skills

• Automotive refinishing
• Surface preparation (sanding, masking, priming)
• Color matching and blending
• Spray gun operation (basecoat/clearcoat)
• Use of paint mixing systems
• Use of refinishing tools and equipment
• Reading and interpreting repair orders
• Use of measuring and color documentation systems
• Detailing and final finish work
• Minor body repair and filler work
• Quality control inspection
• Safe handling of paints and chemicals
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Basic computer skills for documentation
• Time management and workflow coordination