Paint Prepper

Auto Body Paint Prepper

At ARS Collision Center, we’re the best at what we do because we understand there’s real people behind the wheel and real businesses trying to succeed. Join one of Delaware’s fastest growing companies and be a part of our mission to be a world-class employer!

As a Paint Prepper, you will be responsible for reconditioning vehicles back to beauty, whether from a collision or for a refinish. You will work independently and as a team to finish projects in a productive manner. The Paint Prepper will take ownership of preparing vehicles for the paint booths by sanding, smoothing, and masking until full completion.

Paint Prepper Job Duties

• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters.
• Assist painter in pre-paint blending needs.
• Work with paint team to assist in keeping vehicle on track for scheduled delivery time.
• Fill small dents or scratches with body fillers and smooth surfaces to prepare vehicles for painting.
• Disassemble/reassemble vehicles for paint prep process and completion
• Detail vehicles ready for delivery to customers
• Repair process will include inspection for flaws, dents, or imperfections, prewash, sanding, tapping, masking, and minor body repair with a high level of quality.
• Maintain, organize, and clean workspace, including changing of booth filters.
• Other Duties assigned by managers

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Ability to work in a high performance, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a team setting and be receptive of constructive feedback

We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• 401K
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Medical Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO Plan
• Growth Opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Overtime

Experience:

• Auto Paint Prep: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person