Automotive Paint Prepper

calibercollision; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Overtime eligible (hourly)

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR and ASE trainings

Paid skilled trainings

Job summary

Caliber Collision is hiring an Auto Painter Helper at the Charlotte South service center to support painting operations and prep vehicles for the painter. You will assist with sanding, buffing, and maintaining the paint booth and workspace, ensuring safety and adherence to OEM standards using modern equipment.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year experience in paint operations in a collision center; 18+ years old with a valid driver's license. Collision experience or Vo-Tech certification is a plus.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with the Auto Painter to ensure efficient workflow.
• Perform sanding and buffing as needed and help maintain paint booth and workspace.
• Assist Auto Painter in repairing vehicles safely and in accordance with Caliber and OEM standards using state‑of‑the‑art equipment.

Skills

Paint operations experience

Driver's license

Collision experience

Job description

Service Center Luxury - Charlotte South 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.