Autobody Painter/Prepper

Plaza Kia; Brampton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art facility

Benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Professional training

Job summary

Bramgate Automotive Inc. is seeking an Autobody Painter/Prepper in Brampton. The role focuses on preparing vehicles for painting with high-quality workmanship and collaboration with the paint team.

We offer an air-conditioned facility, strong leadership, and opportunities for career advancement, plus a comprehensive benefits package. A proactive, customer-focused professional with 2–5 years in auto body prep is ideal.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of auto body prep experience, preferably with luxury vehicles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify surface imperfections.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for a paint job by sanding, masking, and priming to ensure smooth surfaces.
• Inspect vehicles for imperfections and determine needed repairs.
• Operate paint spray equipment and apply coatings with proper technique.
• Collaborate with the paint team for color matching and application.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and follow company guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Autobody Painter/Prepper Pay Rate: $20 - 22 per hour Bramgate Pre-Owned Centre

AUTOBODY/COLLISION PAINTER PREPPER – BRAMPTON

The Role

Are you an experienced Body Shop Prepper looking to take the next step-up in your career? If so, we have a new challenge for you.

We are a growing family-owned business, looking to appoint a Body Shop/Collision Prepper to join our team. You can expect to work in state-of-the art, air-conditioned/heated spaces with outstanding leadership and support. Not only do we offer a good benefits package, but we also offer career advancement opportunities. If you are a self-motivated, customer focused individual looking to take your career to the next level, keep reading!

Our Company

Bramgate Automotive Inc. has been in business since 1967. We celebrate diversity and we encourage growth within our growing organization. Give us your best and we will give you ours! We are certified with several brands..

Our vision is to make every customer experience easy, efficient, and enjoyable.

We are proud of:

• Our high volume and performance dealerships
• Winner of Canadian AutoWorld Employer of Choice (CAWEOC) Award -2020. 2023
• Winner of Canada’s Top 25 Best Dealership to work for by Automotive News –2018-2019.

The Benefits

• State-of-the art facility. Air-conditioned spaces
• Outstanding leadership and support
• Professional training and processes including OE certifications and OE training for licensed technicians.
• Large customer base
• Benefit package, life, dental, health, RRSP, pension plan and EAP
• Collegial workplace atmosphere
• Career advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities

As Body Shop/Collision Painter/Prepper, you will be responsible for automotive preparation for painting, with a focus on delivering high-quality workmanship

• Prepare vehicles for a paint job by performing thorough sanding, masking, and priming procedures, ensuring smooth and flawless surfaces.
• Inspect vehicles to identify imperfections, scratches, or dents that require repair or attention.
• Using appropriate tools and paint sprayer equipment to perform necessary repairs and adjustments.
• Utilizing paint tools and techniques for a paint job such as a spray gun, paint thinner, epoxy primer, clear coat, new paint, heavy paints, remove paint and old paint, entire vehicle, etc.
• Using a process for vehicle primer, block sand, body filler, filler material, sandpaper grit, masking tape, etc.
• Collaborate with the paint team to ensure proper color matching and automotive paint application techniques for car painting.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, techniques, and best practices related to auto body repair and painting.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers to ensure a seamless workflow and customer satisfaction.
• Assist with other duties in the body shop as needed.

What you bring to the role

• High School diploma, relevant courses, or post-secondary education.
• 2-5 years of direct work experience in automotive repairs, body shop and service with luxury vehicles.
• Proven experience as an auto body prepper, automobile prepper, paint prepper, or in a similar role within the automotive collision repair industry.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify imperfections or flaws in surfaces.
• Proficient in using various tools and equipment required for auto body preparation.
• Knowledge of different painting techniques, color matching, and surface preparation methods.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, managing time effectively and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team

Bramgate Automotive Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.