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Automotive Painter, Tactical Response Team Job in Powell, Ohio US

Automotive Painter, Tactical Response Team

Telsa Motors, Inc - Powell, OH

Posted: 12/30/2025 - Expires: 3/30/2026

Job ID: 293042777

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Job Description

What to Expect
We are looking for an experienced Painter to work on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world on the Collision Tactical Response Team. The Collision Tactical Response Team quickly deploys to support factory initiatives to minimize impact on the field, support high backlog locations, and new location openings. This position is home based through a local Tesla collision center; however, it requires regular travel in support of other collision centers and factory operations.

This role will be based out of a designated Tesla Collision Center.

What You'll Do
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
Follow all paint manufacturing guidelines. Spray test panels for each vehicle to ensure color match. Prepare color tint to match paint color, mix paint colors and top coating. Ensure that all paint operations are complete, and all masking is removed
Assist in prep work when necessary
Maintain clean, orderly and organized work area
Comply with safety rules, guidelines and standards. Adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal

What You'll Bring
5+ years of experience as a Painter
Role is up to 75% travel, with the ability to support up to 3 consecutive weeks when deployed. 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

Compensation and BenefitsBenefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > 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 Accounts) 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
No school grade completed
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
84812446
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 3

Workplace Documentation: 3