Automotive Painter

Caliber; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Industry Comparable Pay

Job summary

Caliber Collision in State College, PA, is seeking an Automotive Painter to perform all-purpose duties in our collision center. The role involves preparing color tint to match paint color, mixing paints, and ensuring formulations and application meet OEM standards.

You will manage masking, disassembly, and reassembly to deliver a ready-for-technician vehicle. Qualified candidates have 3+ years of experience in paint operations at a collision center, and Auto Body or ASE refinishing

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint to match paint color and mix paints according to OEM standards.
• Ensure proper application sequence, timing and material usage.
• Perform masking and reassembly after paint operations.
• Return vehicle to body technician after painting.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative work

Physical stamina

Education

Auto Body certificate or ASE certification in refinishing

Job description

Service Center

State College PA

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.