Automotive Painter

Caliber; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Weekly pay

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Portland, OR is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties, including color tinting, paint mixing, masking, and final reassembly to OEM standards. You will ensure proper application sequence and complete paint operations in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in paint operations at a collision center; Auto Body or ASE refinishing certification is preferred. Benefits include day-one medical, dental, vision, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint to match paint color.
• Mix paint colors and ensure OEM formulations.
• Apply top coatings, cure and mask removal with proper sequencing.
• Reassemble any prior paint-related disassembly before returning the vehicle.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

Portland - Woodstock

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)

• $20.00-$27.00 per Flag 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 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.