Automotive Painter

Caliber; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Training & certifications

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Naperville is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties, including tinting, mixing, and applying paint to OEM standards. You will ensure masking and disassembly are completed before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

Earn up to $21–$24 per hour with weekly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for certification training. Requires 3+ years of paint operations experience and ASE or Auto Body certification 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 OEM paint color.
• Mix and formulate paints following OEM standards.
• Apply, top coat, cure paint, and perform masking and reassembly as required.
• Coordinate with body technicians to return vehicle to service.

Skills

Paint operations experience

Auto body refinishing knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

Naperville - 701 Frontenac

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: (Please remove if not located in a Salary Transparency State)

• $21-$24 per hour!

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 skillsWork 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.