Auto Painter Helper

Caliber Collision; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Weekly pay

Overtime

Paid vacation

Career growth

I-CAR training

ASE training

Job summary

Caliber Collision Gulfport is seeking an Auto Painter Helper to efficiently prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with the Auto Painter, ensuring smooth workflow. Duties include sanding, buffing and maintaining the paint booth and workspace.

The role emphasizes safe, thorough vehicle preparation to meet Caliber and OEM standards using state-of-the-art equipment, with growth opportunities in a production shop environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of paint operations experience in a collision center
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility for Caliber insurance
• Nice to have: prior collision experience or Collision Vo-Tech certification

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting in coordination with the Auto Painter
• Perform sanding and buffing as part of prep work
• Maintain paint booth and workspace cleanliness and safety
• Repair vehicles to Caliber and OEM standards using available equipment

Skills

Physical stamina

Instruction comprehension

Task prioritization

Job description

Service Center

Gulfport - 25th Ave

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.

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

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.