Automotive Painter

Caliber; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Weekly pay

3M collision products

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth from within

I-CAR and ASE trainings

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Santa Maria, CA is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties including preparing color tint, mixing paints, applying top coats and curing to OEM standards.

The role requires 3+ years in paint operations in a collision center; Auto Body certificate or ASE refinishing certification preferred. Benefits include medical, dental and vision, weekly pay, paid vacation, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint and mix paint colors to OEM specifications.
• Apply topcoat, cure, and verify proper application sequence.
• Mask, disassemble and reassemble as needed before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

Skills

Physical endurance

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Auto body certificate or ASE refinishing certification

Job description

Service Center

Santa Maria

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:

• $27 per Hour or 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.