Automotive Painter

Caliber Collision • Evansville, IN

390d • $40,000 - $144,000

About The Position

The Automotive Painter is responsible for refinishing vehicles to their pre-accident condition, ensuring adherence to Caliber Collision's standards and guidelines. This role involves diagnosing and executing refinishing tasks effectively and profitably, while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Requirements

• Typically has a minimum of 3-5 years of refinishing experience.
• Auto Body Vo-Tech certificate or ASE certification in refinishing preferred.
• 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.
• Comply with all safety requirements, including respirator safety and fitment/usage.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others, both orally and in writing.
• Advanced communication skills to mentor, coach, and train apprentices as required.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, written estimates, and work orders.
• Ability to multitask and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment.
• Personable, friendly demeanor with a World Class customer service approach.

Responsibilities

• Refinish all assigned vehicles to pre-accident condition according to the written work-order.
• Follow proper repair procedures and perform all refinish procedures according to factory specifications and Caliber policy.
• Utilize air sanders, spray guns, sanding blocks, etc. to complete quality work.
• Manage and control materials cost, maximizing usage and inventory.
• Prepare color tint to match paint color and mix paint colors, ensuring all formulations meet OEM recommended standards.
• Follow all paint manufacturing guidelines and spray test panels for each vehicle to ensure color match.
• Assist in prep work when necessary and ensure all paint operations are complete before returning the vehicle to the body technician.
• Complete QC sheet for every vehicle as applicable and adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized work area and comply with Caliber safety rules, guidelines, and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees