Auto Painter Helper

Caliber Collision; Town of Smithfield (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Industry comparable pay

State of the art products

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

Paid trainings and certifications

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.

Caliber Collision offers benefits from day one, weekly pay with overtime where applicable, 3M collision repair products, paid vacation/holidays, opportunities for growth, and paid trainings (I-CAR and ASE).

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.
• Nice to have, but not required: Previous collision experience and/or Collision Vo-Tech certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with Auto Painter.
• Sand and buff surfaces as part of the prep process.
• Maintain paint booth and workspace to ensure clean, safe operations.
• Repair vehicles to Caliber and OEM standards using state-of-the-art equipment.

Skills

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Task prioritization

Job description

Service Center

Smithfield

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:

• $16-20 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

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.