Automotive Painter

Caliber; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Weekly pay

Paid vacation

Career growth

I-CAR & ASE training

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Watsonville, CA is seeking an Automotive Painter to prepare color tint, mix paints, apply top coats, and cure finishes according to OEM standards. You will ensure all masking is removed and all prior disassembly is reassembled before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

The role requires 3+ years in paint operations within a collision center; a Auto Body certificate or ASE refinishing certification is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare color tint to match paint color, mix paints and ensure OEM standards are met.
• Masking removal and reassembly of disassembled components before returning the vehicle to the body technician.

Skills

Paint operations

Education

Auto Body certificate

ASE certification in refinishing

Tools

3M Collision Repair Products

Job description

Service Center

Watsonville

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:

• $20-27 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.