Automotive Painter

Caliber; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Weekly pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR and ASE trainings

Job summary

Caliber Collision is hiring an Automotive Painter at the Nicholasville location. The role involves color tint preparation, paint mixing, and applying finishes to OEM standards. You will ensure masking removal and proper reassembly before returning vehicles to the body technician.

The position requires 3+ years in paint operations and preferred Auto Body or ASE refinishing certification. Benefits include day-one medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, with weekly pay and opportunities for

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 colors and mix paints according to formulations.
• Apply top coats, ensure masking is removed, and reassemble prior to handing back to body technician.

Skills

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Education

Auto Body certificate or ASE in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

Nicholasville - Wilson Dr

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.

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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.