Vacant job

Do you want to work with auto body painting in a secure and forward-looking workshop chain? Werksta Sollefteå is now looking for an engaged and meticulous auto painter who wants to contribute to high-quality surfaces, efficient workflows, and a good team climate. With us, you become part of a workshop that values quality, safety, and continuous development.

Painting work at Werksta Sollefteå – Quality and precision in focus

As an auto painter at Werksta Sollefteå, you are responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing car bodies and parts according to manufacturer specifications and workshop guidelines. You work in modern facilities with well-equipped paint booths and collaborate closely with panel beaters, damage assessors, and service advisors to ensure a smooth and quality-assured repair process.

Responsibilities – Preparation, painting, and quality control

• Prepare surfaces: degreasing, sanding, masking, and priming
• Apply primer, basecoat, and clearcoat using the correct techniques and equipment
• Mix paint according to color codes, use mixing systems, and document recipes
• Perform polishing and finishing to achieve the correct finish
• Collaborate with panel beaters, damage assessors, and service advisors to plan work orders and delivery times
• Perform quality control and document completed work in the workshop system
• Follow safety routines, handle materials in an environmentally correct manner, and contribute to orderliness in the paint shop

Requirements & desired qualifications

• Vocational training or documented experience as an auto painter in the automotive industry
• Knowledge of modern painting methods, color systems, and environmental requirements
• Experience with paint mixing and use of spray guns
• Meticulous, quality-conscious, and solution-oriented
• Ability to collaborate in a team and work in a structured and independent manner
• Category B driver's license is an advantage
• Swedish language skills (spoken and written) are required

Personal qualities

• Responsible and meticulous with an eye for detail
• Positive attitude towards improvement work and team involvement
• Flexible, service-oriented, and confident in customer-facing situations when needed

What we offer

• Secure employment with collective agreement and competitive salary
• Modern paint shop with good equipment and focus on working environment
• Opportunities for internal training and development in painting and vehicle repair
• An inclusive and equal workplace where differences are valued
• Strong team, good cohesion, and wellness benefits

Employment type & application

The position is a permanent full-time role with a 6-month probation period. Start date according to agreement. Submit your application today — selections are made on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. More information and career opportunities can be found on our career page.

About Werksta

Werksta is Sweden's leading independent accident repair workshop chain. We deliver high customer service, sustainable solutions, and work towards a secure, developmental working environment where quality and collaboration are at the center.