Automotive Painter

calibercollision; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid weekly pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR and ASE trainings and certs

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Knoxville is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose paint operations, including tint matching, paint mixing, and applying coatings per OEM standards. You will ensure proper application sequence, timing, and materials, while completing masking and reassembly before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

The role requires 3+ years of paint operations in a collision center; Auto Body certificate or ASE refinishing certification is preferred.

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
• Ensure formulations, preparations, top coating and curing meet OEM standards
• Complete paint operations, remove masking and reassemble prior disassembly
• Return the vehicle to the body technician once work is finished

Skills

Reading and understanding instructions

Verbal and written communication

Collaborative / team environment

Adaptability in fast-paced shop

Physical stamina for painting tasks

Education

Auto Body certificate

ASE certification in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

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.