APPRENTICESHIP

Automotive Painters work on the surface of motor vehicles and restore vehicle finishes, including removing exterior trim and hardware, matching colours, and mixing paints, and preparing surfaces for painting.

Experienced workers who have not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but have equivalent qualifications or experience in their trade can use the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process.

Academic entry grade
Grade 12
On-the-job training
4,560 hours (approximately 2.5 years)
Technical training
240 hours (2 months across 1 level)
Required skills
Attention to detail, Critical thinking, Innovation, Detail oriented

WORKFORCE PROFILE

Highest Job Postings by Region

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Job Postings by Area in Ontario

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Age Group

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Gender

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued

< 5
Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

INCOME PROFILE

Annual Salary Range

$51,000 - $88,000
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Hourly Salary Range

$26 - $45
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024