Automotive Painter

Caliber Collision; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision from day one

Weekly pay

Vacation & holidays from day one

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR and ASE training

3M Collision Repair Products

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an Automotive Painter to prepare color tint, mix paints and ensure OEM standards are followed for application sequence and materials usage. The role includes completing paint operations, removing masking, and reassembling prior disassemblies before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

Requirements include 3+ years in paint operations at a collision center and an Auto Body certificate or ASE refinishing certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center.
• Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint to match paint color and mix paints.
• Follow OEM standards for application sequence, timing and materials usage.
• Complete paint operations, remove masking and reassemble disassembled parts.

Skills

Physical stamina

Read and follow instructions

Verbal and written communication

Able to handle fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Education

Auto Body certificate

ASE certification in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

Cedar Rapids - Dodge Rd

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.

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.