Auto Paint Helper

Caliber Holdings • Santa Monica, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Caliber Collision is hiring an Auto Painter Helper to prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with an Auto Painter and support an efficient workflow. Duties may include sanding and buffing, as well as maintaining the paint booth and workspace. The role involves repairing vehicles thoroughly, safely, and profitably in accordance with Caliber and OEM standards using state-of-the-art equipment.

The position is at the Service Center on Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica. The advertised pay is $20–$23 per hour. Employees gain hands-on experience in a production shop, with opportunities for career growth and paid skilled training and certifications.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in paint operations within a collision center.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under Caliber’s insurance policy.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
• Ability to perform consistent physical activity, including reaching below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, squatting, and lifting objects over 50 lbs.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to prioritize competing tasks and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous collision experience.
• Collision Vo-Tech certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting in cooperation with the Auto Painter.
• Support an efficient workflow.
• Perform sanding and buffing as needed.
• Maintain the paint booth and workspace.
• Repair vehicles thoroughly, safely, and profitably in accordance with Caliber and OEM standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available from day one.
• Industry-comparable pay, paid weekly, with eligibility for overtime if hourly.
• Use of 3M Collision Repair Products.
• Paid vacation and holidays, accruing from day one.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
• Paid skilled training and certifications, including I-CAR and ASE.
• Hands-on experience within a production shop.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed