Auto Body Technician
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Fuquay Varina, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Fuquay Varina, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Cary, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Cary, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Cary, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Cary, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Cary, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Cary, NC · On-site
Team-first attitude -You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business. * Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions What's in it for you? We value ...
Durham, NC · On-site
Be at the shop ready to work at least 8am Monday through Friday (later start times for those consistently turning 80/hours/week). * "Combo" auto body technician+painter welcome. * Professionally ...
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Durham, NC · On-site
Be at the shop ready to work at least 8am Monday through Friday (later start times for those consistently turning 80/hours/week). * "Combo" auto body technician+painter welcome. * Professionally ...
Smithfield, NC · On-site
$15.25 - $17.25/hr
Automotive paint and body knowledge or experience Technical schooling Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired) O'Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability.
Smithfield, NC · On-site
$15.25 - $17.25/hr
Automotive paint and body knowledge or experience Technical schooling Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired) O'Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability.
... tools and body paint colors. · Check equipment to monitor condition so that needed repairs are ... Evening, overnight, and weekend work will be required as job duties demand. Travel/ Driving Travel ...
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... tools and body paint colors. · Check equipment to monitor condition so that needed repairs are ... Evening, overnight, and weekend work will be required as job duties demand. Travel/ Driving Travel ...
Applies wax to auto body, and wipes or buffs surfaces to protect surfaces and preserve shine, using ... Weekend availability As a team member at All-Pro Auto Reconditioning, you'll enjoy a variety of ...
Applies wax to auto body, and wipes or buffs surfaces to protect surfaces and preserve shine, using ... Weekend availability As a team member at All-Pro Auto Reconditioning, you'll enjoy a variety of ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Applies touch-up paint to chipped body surfaces of vehicle. * Maintains CSI at or above Company ... Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays. Physical Demands: Must be able ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Applies touch-up paint to chipped body surfaces of vehicle. * Maintains CSI at or above Company ... Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays. Physical Demands: Must be able ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Applies touch-up paint to chipped body surfaces of vehicle. * Maintains CSI at or above Company ... Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays. Physical Demands: Must be able ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$14.25 - $17/hr
Applies touch-up paint to chipped body surfaces of vehicle. * Maintains CSI at or above Company ... Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays. Physical Demands: Must be able ...
Install window tint/ paint protection film on vendor, customer and dealership automobiles using ... Weekend availability As a team member at All-Pro Auto Reconditioning, you'll enjoy a variety of ...
Install window tint/ paint protection film on vendor, customer and dealership automobiles using ... Weekend availability As a team member at All-Pro Auto Reconditioning, you'll enjoy a variety of ...
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$15/hr
Weekends Required) MUST HAVE A VALID/ACTIVE DRIVER'S LICENSE MUST HAVE OWN RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION ... Perform clay bar, polishing, paint protection, and light paint correction * Operate equipment such ...
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$15/hr
Weekends Required) MUST HAVE A VALID/ACTIVE DRIVER'S LICENSE MUST HAVE OWN RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION ... Perform clay bar, polishing, paint protection, and light paint correction * Operate equipment such ...
About the Role Superior Performance Auto is looking for an experienced Automotive Technician who ... No weekends. * Workday ends at 6:00 PM. * State-of-the-art equipment and diagnostic software ...
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About the Role Superior Performance Auto is looking for an experienced Automotive Technician who ... No weekends. * Workday ends at 6:00 PM. * State-of-the-art equipment and diagnostic software ...
$10.05 - $11.26
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$11.26 - $12.47
1% of jobs
$12.47 - $13.68
4% of jobs
$13.68 - $14.89
12% of jobs
$15.50 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.89 - $16.10
14% of jobs
The median wage is $17.25 / hr.
$16.10 - $17.31
19% of jobs
$17.31 - $18.52
20% of jobs
$18.91 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.52 - $19.73
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$19.73 - $20.95
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$20.95 - $22.16
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$22.16 - $23.37
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| Aspect | Weekend Auto Body Paint Prepper | Weekend Auto Body Painter |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Prepares vehicle surfaces for painting, including sanding, masking, and priming | Applies paint and finishes to vehicles after prep work |
| Required Skills | Surface preparation, masking, sanding, attention to detail | Painting techniques, color matching, finishing skills |
| Certifications | Auto body prep certifications, OSHA safety training | Auto body painting certifications, safety training |
| Work Environment | Auto repair shops, collision centers, garages | Auto repair shops, collision centers, garages |
Both roles are essential in auto body repair, with the prepper focusing on surface preparation and the painter applying the final paint. While their skills overlap, the prepper prepares the vehicle for painting, and the painter completes the finishing touches. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right role or training path in the auto body industry.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 14 days ago
6.4
Based on 349 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
212th of 343 rated vehicle maintenance
Service Center
Durham - DowntownEvery day, over 20,000 car accidents disrupt lives. When our customers face one, we step in to make things right - quickly, confidently, and with care.At Caliber, fixing fenders has its benefits-like working with modern equipment, opportunities to create a career that works for you, and a center safety rating that helps make sure you get home to your family each night.
Are you the right fit? If you find yourself nodding your head to the list below, Caliber might be right for you.Experienced hands-At least two years of turning wrecks into road-ready rides.
Frame and structural know-how-If you can pull, straighten, and square it up, we want you.
No-shortcuts mentality-Blueprint it, fix it right the first time.
Sharp eye for detail-You're committed to tightened bolts, perfected welds, and no excuses.
Physically fit for the job-You can lift up to 50lbs.
Team-first attitude-You collaborate with the painters, estimators, and front office staff in the business.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions
Competitive pay-Unlimited work paired with a flag rate of up to $20-$30 paid weekly means your hard work is rewarded.
Career growth-Opportunities to create a career that works for you.
Training that levels you up-I-CAR, ASE certifications-we invest in you.
Paid time off and holidays-Start accruing time off on day one and enjoysix company-wide holidays each year.
Day-one benefits-Medical, dental, vision, 401k match-no waiting.
Best equipment and tech in the business-3M products, industry-leading gear.
Blueprint and execute-No guesswork, no shortcuts-just clean, precise repairs.
Full collision repair-From fender benders to frame rebuilds, you handle it all.
Panel and structural work-If it's bent, twisted or torn, you bring it back to factory specs.
Quality reassembly-Fit and finish matter-your final touches make all the difference.
Work as a team-Trust and teamwork move cars through.
Keep it clean-A pro always puts work location safety and tidiness first.
Accidents are our business. Being a great place to work? We do that on purpose. Apply today
Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Caliber uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
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Repair and maintenance and motor vehicle and motor vehicle parts wholesalers
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Lewisville, TX, US