Auto Paint Helper

calibercollision; Laguna Niguel (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Overtime eligible

Weekly pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth

I-CAR training

ASE certification

Production shop work

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Laguna Niguel is hiring an Auto Painter Helper to efficiently prepare vehicles for painting in coordination with the Auto Painter, ensuring smooth workflow in a busy collision center.

Duties include sanding, buffing, and maintaining the paint booth and workspace; candidates must be 18+, have a valid driver's license, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. The role offers $18–$20/hour with weekly pay and overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for Caliber's insurance coverage.
• Nice to have: previous collision experience or Collision Vo-Tech certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with the Auto Painter.
• Duties may include sanding and buffing and maintenance of paint booth and workspace.
• Repair vehicles thoroughly, safely, and efficiently using state-of-the-art equipment.

Skills

Paint operations experience

Physical stamina

Instruction comprehension

Multi-tasking

Job description

Service Center

Laguna Niguel JOB SUMMARY

Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Auto Painter Helper to efficiently prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with the Auto Painter to ensure efficient workflow. Duties may include sanding and buffing and maintenance of paint booth and workspace. Auto Painter Helpers will be required to repair vehicles thoroughly, safely, and profitably in accordance with Caliber and OEM standards using our state-of-the-art equipment.

OUR AUTO PAINTER HELPERS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

$18-$20 per hour!

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE CALIBER FAMILY

• Benefits from day one: Immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision
• Industry Comparable Pay - Paid weekly and eligible for overtime (if hourly)
• State of the Art Products - 3M Collision Repair Products
• Paid Vacation & Holidays - Begin accruing day 1
• Career growth opportunities - We promote from within!
• Paid Skilled Trainings and Certifications - I-CAR and ASE
• A career for life: You'll gain hands-on experience within a production shop

REQUIREMENTS

• 1+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a valid driver's license and be eligible for coverage under Caliber's insurance policy
• Nice to have, but not required: Previous collision experience and/or Collision Vo-Tech certification

ABILITES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to do consistent physical activity - reach below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, and squatting, and lifting objects over 50 lbs.
• Be able to understand instructions - written and verbal
• Can prioritize competing tasks and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment

Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

Caliber uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.