PAINTERS HELPER

SOUTHWEST TMS LLC; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Full-time employment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Optimum Collision is seeking a motivated Body Shop Painter Helper to join the Mazda location’s collision repair team. You will assist with vehicle preparation, painting operations, shop organization, and general body shop duties, with training provided for the right candidate.

The role offers competitive hourly pay ($14-$20) based on experience, full-time hours, and opportunities for skill development in automotive painting within a supportive dealership environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive painting or collision repair is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical shop duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with vehicle preparation and painting tasks.
• Priming, sanding, masking, taping, washing and preparing vehicles for painting.
• Buffing and polishing.
• Clean and prepare panels and work areas.
• Assist with paint mixing and materials as directed.
• Move and position vehicles as needed and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Tools

Spray guns

Paint mixing

Job description

Body Shop Painter HelperLocation: Optimum Collision at our Mazda locationEmployment Type: Full-TimeDepartment: Collision/Body ShopPay: $14 - $20 per hour based on experienceAbout the PositionWe are looking for a motivated and dependable Body Shop Painter Helper to join our dealership’s collision repair team. This position is a great opportunity for someone interested in developing their skills in automotive paint and collision repair while working alongside experienced technicians.The Painter Helper will assist with vehicle preparation, painting operations, shop organization, and general body shop duties. Automotive or collision repair experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person.ResponsibilitiesAssist all senior technicians with vehicle preparation and paint-related tasksPriming, sanding, mask, tape, washing and prepare vehicles for paintingBuffing and polishingClean and prepare panels and work areasAssist with paint mixing and materials as directedMove and position vehicles throughout the body shopMaintain clean and organized work areas including paint shop and bodyshopClean and maintain tools and painting equipmentAssist with minor body repair and prep work as neededFollow all shop safety procedures and manufacturer guidelinesProperly handle and dispose of shop materials and wastePerform other duties at direction of management to support the body shop teamQualificationsPrevious automotive, collision repair, or painting experience is a plusWillingness to learn and take directionReliable attendance and strong work ethicAbility to work in a fast-paced shop environmentGood attention to detailAbility to work well as part of a teamMust be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical shop dutiesValid driver’s licenseWhat We OfferCompetitive payFull-time employmentTraining and opportunities to develop automotive painting skillsSupportive dealership and body shop environmentOpportunities for advancementHealth Insurance401(k)Paid Time OffJoin Our TeamIf you are dependable, willing to learn, and interested in building a career in automotive collision repair, we want to hear from you!Apply today and become part of our dealership’s body shop team.