Prepper - Automotive

Mobile Auto Solutions, LLC; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A collision repair company in Kingston, Eastern Ontario is seeking an experienced Auto Body Prepper. Responsibilities include preparing vehicles for refinishing, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating with the team. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of prep experience, a strong attention to detail, and is capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $70,000 to $100,000 annually and numerous benefits including ongoing training and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

RRSP with company match

Annual Paid Vacation Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Ongoing Training

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Prepper experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must have own tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surface for paint by masking and priming.
• Apply primers, sealers, and clear coats to vehicles.
• Identify imperfections on vehicle surfaces.
• Ensure high standards of quality and productivity.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Excellent accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-Secondary Education in Auto Body Refinishing Program

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Company: Assured Automotive

At Assured Auto, we have been providing quality workmanship on every collision repair for over 30 years. As part of The Boyd Group, we have numerous locations throughout Western and Central Canada. We provide the knowledge and equipment you need to excel on our team. We also invest in our employees, offering training sessions and assisting with certifications. If you're looking for a new opportunity, we provide career growth, an excellent benefits plan, RRSP matching, and competitive compensation.

Benefits That Drive Your Success

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision, effective after 1 month of employment
• RRSP with company match
• Annual Paid Vacation Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Ongoing Training
• A Professional Atmosphere, Great Working Conditions with Dynamic Leadership

Job Description

The Auto Body Prepper must prepare the vehicle to ensure a quality refinish of each customer’s vehicle. The Auto Body Prepper sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for refinishing as per insurance guidelines. The Prepper works with all team members in achieving the repair facilities' KPIs.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Prepare surface for paint by masking the vehicle, priming, and adding top coat
• Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, colour coats, and clear coatslt>
• Prep surface for paint using hand and power tools
• Identify any dirt or imperfection on surface of vehicle
• Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job
• Ensure consistent execution of tasks by adhering to high standards of quality and productivity. This commitment directly impacts the shop's efficiency and helps maintain a positive NPS (Net Promoter Score) by delivering high-quality, detailed work.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Required for the Job

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of Prepper experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multitask and effectively manage a fast paced environment

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Completion of Post-Secondary Education in an Auto Body Refinishing Program

Other Requirements

• Frequently required to bend, crouch, reach, handle tools and lift approximately 50 lbs.
• You have your own tools
• Valid driver’s license required

The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Compensation Details

Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 per year

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.

Your Success is Our Priority

We believe in investing in our people. From day one, you'll join a professional atmosphere with great working conditions and dynamic leadership. You'll also have access to comprehensive benefits that support your well-being and financial goals, with medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits effective after one month of employment. We're dedicated to providing ongoing training and clear paths for career advancement, ensuring you have the tools and opportunities to excel in the exciting and evolving collision repair industry.

Assured Auto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, and genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

AI Disclosure Statement:

At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.