Auto Painter Helper — Prepare & Buff for Precision Paint

Caliber Collision; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Overtime eligible

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR training

ASE certification

Job summary

Caliber Collision Cedar Rapids - Southwest is seeking an Auto Painter Helper to prepare vehicles for painting in close cooperation with the Auto Painter, ensuring efficient workflow. Duties include sanding, buffing, and maintaining the paint booth and workspace.

The role supports safe, thorough vehicle repair to OEM standards using state-of-the-art equipment and offers benefits, training, and career growth opportunities within a production shop environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with the Auto Painter.
• Sand and buff as part of duties.
• Maintain paint booth and workspace.
• Repair vehicles safely and according to Caliber and OEM standards.

Skills

Physical stamina

Instruction comprehension

Task prioritization

Job description

Caliber Collision Cedar Rapids - Southwest is seeking an Auto Painter Helper to prepare vehicles for painting in close cooperation with the Auto Painter, ensuring efficient workflow. Duties include sanding, buffing, and maintaining the paint booth and workspace.

The role supports safe, thorough vehicle repair to OEM standards using state-of-the-art equipment and offers benefits, training, and career growth opportunities within a production shop environment.