Auto Painter Helper

Caliber; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Weekly pay

Overtime eligibility

Paid vacation

Career growth

I-CAR & ASE training

Job summary

Caliber Collision is seeking an Auto Painter Helper in Napa to support the Auto Painter by preparing vehicles for painting and keeping the paint booth clean and orderly. You will contribute to an efficient workflow and quality results in a production shop.

The position requires 1+ year of paint ops experience in a collision center, being 18+, and holding a valid driver’s license with eligibility for Caliber’s insurance. Benefits and overtime may apply for hourly staff.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting, including sanding and buffing.
• Maintain paint booth and workspace to ensure a clean, safe workflow.
• Assist with repairs according to Caliber and OEM standards using state‑of‑the‑art equipment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Instruction comprehension

Task prioritization

Job description

Service Center

Napa

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:

• $18.00 - $21.00 per hour/Flag 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

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 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.