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A Coating or Industrial Painter paints a variety of finished manufactured products using paint and enamel spray guns.
$40,585 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
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Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Lower Rio Grande $14.30 - $24.80 Per hour Painter and Body Work
Carstar Collision Specialists of Rio Grande City LLC
Occupation:
Automotive Body and Related Repairers
Location:
Rio Grande City, TX - 78582
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
05/21/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/31/2026
Expires:
10/30/2026
Job #: 17017628
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Full Time Experience
12 Month(s) Age
18 and up Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Shift
Day Shift Help for .
Job Title:
Painter and Body Work Duties and Responsibilities:
Examining vehicles to determine the extent of damage and the best methods for repair
Prepping vehicles for painting by sanding, filling in dents and dings, and applying primer
Selecting and mixing appropriate paint or coating for the job
Applying paint or other coatings using spray equipment
Ensuring the quality of work by performing checks and touch-ups
Using heat lamps or baking ovens to cure and harden the paint
Keeping a clean and safe workspace by disposing of hazardous waste appropriately
Ordering paint and supplies as necessary
Working cooperatively with team members and other departments in the auto body repair process
Education & Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Experience:
Minimum of One year experience or of formal training program in automotive body repair. (Body paint or related experience is a plus). Ability to mix and match colors. Good physical condition and stamina. Knowledge of painting techniques with ability to distinguish different colors.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to stand for extended periods. Pay Depends on Experience and will be discussed with applicant at the time of the interview.