Automotive Paint Technician

Caliber; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one: medical, dental

Paid vacation & holidays

Weekly pay

Career growth opportunities

Paid trainings & certifications

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Syracuse is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties in a fast-paced collision center. You will prepare color tint, mix paints, and ensure OEM standards are met throughout preparation, top coating, and curing processes.

The position requires 3+ years in paint operations and may prefer Auto Body or ASE refinishing certification. Training and consistent teamwork are emphasized in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center.
• Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint to match paint color and mix paint colors according to OEM standards.
• Perform top coating and curing with proper sequence and materials usage.
• Ensure masking is removed and prior paint-related disassembly is reassembled before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

Skills

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

Syracuse - West Genesee

JOB SUMMARY

Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to: Preparing color tint to match paint color, mixing paint colors and ensuring all formulations, preparations, top coating and curing meet original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommended standards for proper application sequence, timing and materials usage, ensuring that all paint operations are complete, all masking is removed, and all prior paint-related disassembly have been reassembled prior to returning the vehicle to the body technician.

OUR AUTOMOTIVE PAINTER FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

Flat Rate pay of $60,000 to $100,000 PLUS based on experience.

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE CALIBER FAMILY

• Benefits from day one – Immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision
• Industry Comparable Pay – Paid weekly
• 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

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center
• Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing preferred

ABILITIES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to do consistent physical activity – reach below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, and squatting, and lifting objects over 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, written estimates, and work orders
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Work through competing priorities and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a collaborative 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.