Auto Painter Helper

Experienced Automotive Painter's Helper / Paint Prep TechnicianJob Overview

Busy collision repair shop looking for an experienced Painter’s Helper / Paint Prep Technician.

This is not an entry-level position. You must already have experience with automotive paint prep and understand how to properly sand, mask, prime, clean, and prepare vehicles for refinishing.

We are looking for someone who can work fast, stay organized, and keep quality high.

Responsibilities

• Sand and prepare repaired panels for paint
• Mask vehicles, jambs, trim, openings, and surrounding panels
• Prep and sand primer
• Clean and degrease panels before refinishing
• Identify imperfections before the vehicle reaches the booth
• Assist painters with vehicle and booth setup
• Unmask and clean vehicles after paint
• Help move vehicles through the paint department
• Keep prep areas, tools, and equipment clean
• Follow shop procedures and safety requirements
• Keep up with production in a fast-paced body shop

Requirements

• Automotive paint prep or painter’s helper experience required
• Must know proper sanding and masking procedures
• Must understand basic primer, sealer, and refinishing workflow
• Must be able to recognize poor prep or surface imperfections
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be dependable and punctual
• Must be able to work efficiently without sacrificing quality
• Must be able to work well with painters and other shop staff
• Valid driver’s license required
• Clean driving record required
• Must be able to safely move vehicles around the property

Training & Growth

Additional training on our shop procedures and equipment will be provided on-site.

There are opportunities for advancement, including the opportunity to grow into additional refinishing responsibilities and potentially a painter position based on skill, performance, and reliability.

Who We Want

We want someone who already knows the basics of automotive paint prep and understands that the quality of the paint job starts with the prep work.

If you are experienced, dependable, detail-oriented, and can keep production moving, we want to hear from you.

Pay: $900.00 - $1,300.00 per week

Work Location: In person