Paint Prepper
About The Position
The Paint Prepper prepares vehicle surfaces for paint application and supports the paint team in completing repairs on schedule. This role uses abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters to remove grease, dirt, paint, and rust; fills and smooths small dents and scratches; and buffs and waxes finished paintwork. The Paint Prepper also assists with pre-paint blending needs and cleans, disassembles, and reassembles sprayers and power equipment. This position is paid on a commission/flag-rate structure. Flag pay is guaranteed to meet local minimum-wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The posted compensation range represents average flag pay for a typical full-time employee in this position.
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 their scheduled delivery time.
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
