Prepper

USHii; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic garage in London is seeking a skilled Vehicle Paint Prepper to ensure the highest standards of vehicle preparation for painting. The ideal candidate will have experience in an accident repair environment, a stable work history, and a keen eye for detail. This role plays a crucial part in the vehicle refinishing process and requires adherence to health and safety guidelines. Competitive benefits and a positive working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Paint Prepper within an accident repair environment.
• Strong, stable work history demonstrating longevity and reliability.
• Solid understanding of the entire painting process and experience with water-based paints.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting to the highest standard.
• Assist with paint mixing to achieve a perfect colour match.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Vehicle preparation

Collaboration

Health and safety adherence

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent

ATA qualification

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and meticulous Vehicle Paint Prepper to join our dynamic garage. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to play a crucial role in the vehicle refinishing process, ensuring the highest standards of preparation for our sprayers and contributing directly to the quality of our final product.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting to the highest standard, including sanding, masking, and priming.
• Assist with paint mixing to achieve a perfect colour match.
• Work collaboratively with the spray team to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Paint Prepper within an accident repair environment.
• A strong, stable work history demonstrating longevity and reliability.
• Solid understanding of the entire painting process and experience with water-based paints.
• A relevant qualification such as City & Guilds or equivalent.
• An ATA qualification is highly desirable, but not essential.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Up-to-date knowledge of modern vehicle repair techniques.