RV Painter Helper

Central Body Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance (UnitedHealthcare)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Central Body Company is seeking a driven Painter’s Helper to join the RV Collision Expert team. You will assist in paint repair preparation, mirror match parts, and prep panels for painting. You will support quality assurance and help keep a clean, organized shop environment.

The role emphasizes a strong work ethic, teamwork, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced collision repair setting. CBC values integrity and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Consistent work history.
• Prior experience as a Paint Technician, Automotive Painter, Body and Paint Restoration Technician or similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in morning meetings; assist in repair planning and prioritize daily workload.
• Mirror match parts and prep panels and surfaces before painting.
• Support paint quality assurance; maintain high standards and verify work meets CBC standards before reassembly.
• Keep tools organized, maintain a professional workspace, and assist other staff as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong work ethic

Team & service oriented

Time management

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Central Body, we’ve built our reputation on over four decades of trusted collision repair, exceptional customer service, and a deep commitment to doing things the right way. We’re a locally owned, family-oriented business that values integrity, craftsmanship, and teamwork, and we’re looking for a driven, hands‑on Painter’s Helper to join our RV Collision Expert team!

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Retirement Support: Build your future with a 401(k) plan that includes an employer match.
• Health Coverage You Can Count On: Access quality medical insurance through UnitedHealthcare, plus group‑rate dental and vision plans.
• Investing in Your Growth: Take advantage of tuition assistance to further your career.

YOUR ROLE

• Paint Repair Preparation: Attend and participate in the morning meetings. Assist in repair planning for all vehicles by prioritizing daily workload. Mirror match parts to ensure everything is in place for a proper repair. Preparing all panels and surfaces before execution of painting work.
• Paint Quality Assurance: Provide support for quality repairs while adhering to all safety practices. Maintain high‑quality standards throughout painting and verify all paint work is up to CBC standards before reassembly. Strive to reduce defects by thoroughly double checking all repair work.
• Workplace Maintenance & Professionalism: Keep tools and equipment in good working order to ensure proper performance. Organize and maintain a professional workspace. Dress professionally and maintain good hygiene. Assist other staff as necessary. Other duties as assigned.

YOUR SKILLS

• Knowledge: High school diploma or equivalent. Consistent work history. Prior experience as a Paint Technician, Automotive Painter, Body and Paint Restoration Technician or similar role preferred.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills. Strong work ethic; diplomatic; team and service oriented; build strong working relationships. Exemplary planning and time management skills. Exhibits superior verbal communication and phone skills. Ability to prioritize daily workload. Sound judgment and problem‑solving ability. Demonstrate ability to be flexible and adapt to an ever‑changing work environment. People first personality.
• Ability: Ability to pass a felony / misdemeanor background check.