Automotive Painter

3M HEALTHCARE; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision from day 1

Weekly pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Career growth opportunities

I-CAR and ASE trainings

Job summary

Caliber Collision is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties, including tint preparation, paint mixing, and ensuring OEM standards for application sequence, timing and materials. You will complete masking, disassembly, reassembly and handoff to the body technician, while maintaining safety and quality.

This role requires 3+ years in paint operations within a collision center; Auto Body certificate or ASE refinishing preferred; strong reading, communication, and teamwork

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in paint operations within a collision center.
• Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing preferred.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, estimates and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint and mix paints to match OEM standards.
• Ensure proper application sequence, timing and materials usage.
• Complete masking, disassembly, reassembly and handoff to the technician.
• Maintain safety and quality throughout paint operations.

Skills

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Auto Body certificate or ASE refinishing

Job description

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.

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 ASEC

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.