Paint Prepper

Crash Champions•Houston, TX
•$40,760 - $100,000

About The Position

The Paint Prepper prepares vehicle surfaces for paint application by removing grease, dirt, paint, or rust; filling small dents and scratches; and smoothing surfaces. The role assists the painter with pre-paint blending needs and works with the paint team to keep vehicles on track for scheduled delivery. Duties also include buffing and waxing finished paintwork and cleaning, disassembling, and reassembling sprayers and power equipment. Compensation is paid on a commission/flag rate structure, with flag pay guaranteed to meet local minimum wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The listed compensation range represents average flag pay for a typical full-time employee. The company states that offers depend on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Requirements

  • Prior experience in the vehicle paint process.
  • Ability to receive directions and work well with others.
  • Must be able to pass a thorough background check.

Nice To Haves

  • I-CAR certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters.
  • Assist the painter with pre-paint blending needs.
  • Work with the paint team to help keep vehicles on track for scheduled delivery times.
  • Fill small dents or scratches with body fillers and smooth surfaces to prepare vehicles for painting.
  • Buff and wax finished paintwork.
  • Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Group life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with match
  • Referral bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
  • 5 paid holidays
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