Paint Prepper
About The Position
The Paint Prepper prepares vehicle surfaces for paint application by removing grease, dirt, existing paint, and rust; filling and smoothing minor dents or scratches; and assisting with pre-paint blending. The role works with the paint team to keep vehicles on track for scheduled delivery and buffs and waxes finished paintwork. It also involves cleaning and reassembling paint sprayers and power equipment. Compensation uses a commission/flag rate structure, with flag pay guaranteed to meet local minimum-wage requirements for all hours worked each week. The posted compensation range reflects average flag pay for a typical full-time employee.
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 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
