Automotive Painter

calibercollision; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Weekly pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR and ASE training

Job summary

Caliber Collision's Reading Centre is hiring an Automotive Painter to prepare tint, mix colors, and apply finishes meeting OEM standards. You’ll handle masking, coatings, and reassembly so vehicles are ready for the body tech.

We value 3+ years of paint ops in collision centers, with Auto Body or ASE refinishing certifications preferred. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, weekly pay, paid vacation, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center.
• Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing preferred.
• Ability to lift objects over 50 lbs and perform physical duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint to match paint color and mix paints per OEM specs.
• Ensure proper application sequence, timing and materials usage.
• Perform masking, top coating, curing and reassembly for return to body tech.

Skills

Paint ops experience

Reading instructions

Verbal & written comms

Collaborative work style

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Education

Auto Body certificate

ASE refinishing certification

Job description

Service Center

Reading - Centre Ave

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:

Flat Rate pay of $70,000 to $90,000 PLUS based on experience!!!

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.