Bodyshop Prepper

Austin Fraser; Stroud; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Vehicle Body Shop Prepper to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will prepare commercial vehicles for painting, ensuring high standards of finish and durability. Your expertise in sanding, masking, and surface preparation will be crucial as you work on lorries and refuse vehicles, contributing to refurbishment projects. You'll thrive in a supportive environment that values attention to detail and teamwork. If you're passionate about vehicle preparation and looking to grow in a thriving company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in vehicle prepping, ideally in a commercial environment.
• Skilled in sanding, masking, and surface preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces for optimal paint adhesion and quality finishes.
• Collaborate with paint sprayers and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Sanding

Masking

Surface Preparation Techniques

Attention to Detail

Health and Safety Procedures

Job description

Job Title: Vehicle Body Shop Prepper
Location: Near Dursley
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm
Salary: Highly Competitive, depending on experience

About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced Vehicle Body Shop Prepper to join a busy and growing team. This role involves preparing commercial vehicles for painting, ensuring the highest standards of finish and durability. You'll work primarily on lorries, refuse vehicles, and other commercial fleet vehicles, contributing to refurbishment and enhancement projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare vehicle surfaces by cleaning, masking, sanding, and priming for optimal paint adhesion.
2. Repair dents, scratches, and other imperfections prior to painting.
3. Assist in vehicle disassembly to protect components during the painting process.
4. Apply primers and specialty coatings to a range of commercial vehicles.
5. Collaborate with paint sprayers to achieve seamless finishes.
6. Maintain a clean and organised workspace, including care of tools and equipment.
7. Adhere to all health and safety procedures in the use of materials and equipment.
8. Perform quality checks to ensure all prep work meets required standards.
9. Dispose of waste materials according to safety and environmental guidelines.
10. Contribute to team efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. Minimum of 4 years' experience in vehicle prepping, ideally in a commercial or automotive environment.
2. Skilled in sanding, masking, and surface preparation techniques.
3. Experience working on commercial vehicles such as lorries or refuse trucks.
4. Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality finishes.
5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.
6. Physically capable of working in a body shop environment.
7. Solid understanding of workshop health and safety procedures.
8. Ability to follow instructions and meet company standards.

Why Apply?

1. Join a dynamic and supportive team environment.
2. Contribute to the refurbishment of a variety of commercial vehicles.
3. Be part of a company with continued growth and development opportunities.