Body Shop Painter Helper

Clay Cooley Auto GroupArlington, TX
$35,000 - $60,000Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for an experienced, self‑driven Body Shop Painter Helper to join our Collision Repair Department and help restore vehicles to factory‑quality standards. This role is ideal for a skilled painter who takes pride in craftsmanship, efficiency, and delivering consistent, high‑quality results. You'll be responsible for timely, precise refinishing of new and used vehicles, working in a fast‑paced environment where quality and productivity matter. If you bring strong attention to detail, a commitment to excellence, and the drive to perform at a high level, this is an opportunity where your skills are valued and rewarded. If you've got the horsepower to keep up and the standards to stand out, apply today!

Requirements

  • Comfortable driving automatic and manual vehicles; physically able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift as needed
  • Able to work independently or as part of a high‑performing team
  • Ability to follow detailed painting and repair instructions with consistency and accuracy
  • Body shop painting experience (competitive pay based on skill and performance)
  • Applicants must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Applicants must have a valid driver's license and must complete the pre-employment screening.

Nice To Haves

  • Quick start - complete onboarding within days and get to work fast
  • Flexible schedule to support shop and production needs

Responsibilities

  • Prepare vehicles for painting by removing accessories, masking components, applying body filler, buffing surfaces, and properly prepping panels for flawless paint adhesion
  • Mix, match, and apply paint using professional spray equipment and techniques to deliver factory‑quality finishes
  • Inspect and perfectly finished vehicles, correcting runs, sags, or imperfections through polishing, waxing, and final detailing
  • Estimate labor and materials for paint projects and accurately track materials used for inventory and cost control
  • Maintain equipment and a safe work environment, ensuring full compliance with shop safety standards and proper handling of hazardous and non‑hazardous materials

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
  • Company‑Paid Life Insurance
  • Health & Wellness Plans
  • Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Financial Retirement Plans WITH COMPANY MATCHING
  • 401(k) and Roth
  • Employee vehicle and service discounts
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