Auto Painter Helper

Caliber Collision; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one: medical, dental

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Career growth opportunities

Paid Skilled Trainings and Certs – I-C

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Waco, TX seeks an Auto Painter Helper to assist the Auto Painter in preparing vehicles for painting and maintaining a clean, efficient shop floor. You will assist with sanding and buffing and help ensure workflow meets Caliber and OEM standards.

We offer paid training, overtime eligibility, and opportunities for growth. Must be 18+, have a valid license, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs; prior collision center experience a plus.

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 the Auto Painter to ensure efficient workflow.
• Sand and buff surfaces as needed and maintain paint booth and workspace.
• Repair vehicles thoroughly, safely, and profitably to Caliber and OEM standards using state-of-the-art equipment

Skills

Physical stamina

Instruction comprehension

Task prioritization

Job description

Service Center

Waco - LaSalle 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.