Auto Body Prepper

CSN Collision; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount for repairs

Medical benefits after probation

Pension opt-in after one year

Performance bonuses after one year

Job summary

Guy's B&R Collision Centre is seeking an Auto Body Prepper to join our shop team. You will sand surfaces, mask areas, and prep for painting, ensuring a smooth base and proper adhesion.

This role offers potential advancement into the painting department; we value detail, reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Previous experience as an Auto Body Prepper or in a similar role within other industries
• Knowledge of different types of sanding and masking techniques
• Familiarity with automotive paints, primers, and painting equipment
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma

Responsibilities

• Sand vehicle surfaces using sandpaper, grinders, or other tools to create a smooth surface in preparation for painting
• With attention to detail, apply masking tape and paper to protect areas of the vehicle that will not be painted
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and applying primers and other substances
• Ensure proper adhesion of paint by removing dirt, debris, and imperfections from the surfaces
• Assist with mixing paint and primers according to manufacturer specifications
• Assist with operating and maintaining painting equipment and tools
• Collaborate with the painting team to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality work
• Log in hours of work in shop's web based management system
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Auto body prepper experience

Sanding techniques

Masking techniques

Paint prep knowledge

Team player

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Us

Guy's B&R Collision Centre is a multigenerational, family-owned and operated company with over 45 years in business. We provide certified automotive collision repair services and put vehicles back into pre-accident condition. We are committed to quality and customer satisfaction. We go beyond the repair itself by offering a national lifetime warranty, ensuring peace of mind for every client.

Job Summary

As an Auto body prepper, you will be an integral part of our team, responsible for preparing vehicles for the painting process, which includes tasks such as sanding, priming, masking and minor filler work. You need to be skilled and meticulous to be able to fulfill the requirements of this job. This role also offers the potential for advancement within our painting department.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Sand vehicle surfaces using sandpaper, grinders, or other tools to create a smooth surface in preparation for painting
• With attention to detail, apply masking tape and paper to protect areas of the vehicle that will not be painted
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and applying primers and other substances
• Ensure proper adhesion of paint by removing dirt, debris, and imperfections from the surfaces
• Assist with mixing paint and primers according to manufacturer specifications
• Assist with operating and maintaining painting equipment and tools
• Collaborate with the painting team to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality work
• Log in hours of work in shop's web based management system
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Previous experience as an Auto Body Prepper or in a similar role within other industries
• Knowledge of different types of sanding and masking techniques
• Familiarity with automotive paints, primers, and painting equipment
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma

Benefits

• Employee discount for repairs
• Opt-in to medical benefits after three months of employment
• Pension opt-in after one year of employment
• Quarterly performance-based bonuses after one year of employment