Automotive Painter jobs at Tesla

• Responsible for following proper repair procedures and performs all refinish procedures according to factory specifications
• Utilize air sanders, spray guns, and sanding blocks
• Manage and control materials cost maximizing usage and inventory
• Prepare color tint to match paint color, mix paint colors and top coating
• Follow all paint manufacturing guidelines Spray test panels for each vehicle to ensure color match
• Ensure that all paint operations are complete and all masking is removed
• Assist in prep work when necessary
• Adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal
• Maintain clean, orderly and organized work area
• Comply with safety rules, guidelines and standards

• 5+ years of experience as a Painter
• 75% of the year travel minimum, 3 consecutive week capability and ability to travel with your own tools
• Capable of seamlessly integrating with multiple different teams on wide variety of different technical repairs and processes
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and to work independently in limited supervision environments
• Willingness to work overtime if required
• Vocational Certificate in Collision Repair and Tesla experience, preferred

• 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

• 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

• Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant area

• Proficient in Photo hardware and editing software (Adobe Creative Suite, VirtualRig, CaptureOne, CameraRAW, Lightroom, etc.)

• Excellent at creating and maintaining cross-functional working relationships and exceptional visual and oral communication skills

• Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple parallel-path projects and demonstrated an ability to deliver successful content under tight timing constraints and provide examples of such scenarios throughout career

• Excellent capabilities of automotive photography (interior and exterior), and full comprehension of photography, including lighting, camera hardware, studio and on-site experience

• Excellent capabilities of digital retouching, specifically for automotive imagery (interior and exterior)

• All candidates MUST submit a portfolio/personal website to be considered for this position

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

We Offer:

• A dynamic & fast-paced environment where inclusion, learning & collaboration are key to success
• The chance to work with innovative technology, advanced tools and software
• Ongoing training and development to help you grow your skills and career
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• A safe, clean and fun workplace

• Service, repair and improve: Working with Tesla specific software and advanced tools you will be performing repairs and maintenance on all types of Tesla vehicles
• Driven: Efficient in completing repairs and driven to exceed expectations on quality and productivity. Become proficient to perform most common repairs and some complex repairs autonomously.
• Ensure top quality: Fix it right first time, we trust you to inspect our vehicles diligently before return and pre-delivery
• Collaborate: Working across teams (local and over the region) you will be sharing support and best practices in order to further improve the service experience
• Develop: Setting you up for success our dedicated in-house training teams offer a blended learning strategy to help develop your technical skills. And by also sharing your own skills and knowledge with the team, you’re a part of driving the whole group forward

• Technically experienced: You have professional experience performing vehicle service and repairs working within either automotive, aviation, marine or similar industries
• Technically qualified: You have relevant certification to perform vehicle repairs. You will self-manage your technical expertise development.
• A good communicator: You speak and write English well and know how to get your point across clearly and respectfully
• Safe to drive: We require you to hold a driver’s license valid in the UK and have held this for 2 years
• Eligible: to work in the UK or Ireland