Paint Prepper
Kniesels Collision•Sacramento, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Kniesel’s Collision is hiring a full-time Paint Prepper at its Power Inn location in Sacramento, California. The role prepares vehicle panels and surfaces for refinishing, helping ensure high-quality repairs that meet manufacturer standards. The Paint Prepper works with painters and body technicians in a busy shop and helps keep repairs moving while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area. The position offers $18–$24 per hour, depending on experience, along with benefits and opportunities for skill development and advancement.
Requirements
- Automotive industry experience is required.
- Working knowledge of surface preparation and refinishing processes.
- Strong attention to detail and hand-eye coordination.
- A dependable, team-oriented approach.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining quality in a busy shop.
Nice To Haves
- Paint preparation or related body shop experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Clean, sand, mask, and prime vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint.
- Protect adjacent areas using precise masking and taping.
- Inspect panels for imperfections and readiness for paint, and flag concerns before refinishing begins.
- Work with painters and body technicians to keep repairs moving and meet quality and manufacturer standards.
- Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
- Follow shop safety procedures.
Benefits
- Benefits are offered, but specific benefits are not listed.
- Opportunities for skill development and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
