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Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fahrzeuglackierer/in

Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in industry and skilled trades. As a vehicle painter, you learn to professionally paint, design, and repair vehicles and other surfaces. This profession is ideal for individuals with manual dexterity, an eye for detail, and an interest in colors and automotive technology.

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What you do

  • Prepare surfaces (clean, sand, fill, mask)
  • Mix paints and precisely match color shades
  • Apply paint coats using spray guns or brushes
  • Repair and touch up paint damage
  • Seal and preserve surfaces
  • Conduct quality control of the paintwork
  • Maintain and service tools and equipment

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Mittlere Reife)
  • Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
  • Good color vision and spatial awareness
  • Carefulness, precision, and patience
  • Interest in vehicles, colors, and design
  • Physical resilience (e.g., standing, bending)
  • Reliability and teamwork skills

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific painting techniques (e.g., airbrush, industrial painting)
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Vehicle Painter (Meister)
  3. 3Advancement to workshop manager or department head
  4. 4Further education as a technician (e.g., Paint and Color Technician)
  5. 5Self-employment with your own painting business

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Mittlere Reife); Manual dexterity and fine motor skills; Good color vision and spatial awareness; Carefulness, precision, and patience.

Where can I find open Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Vehicle Painter / Automotive Refinisher

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.