Vehicle Prepper / Masker

Igloo Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Ongoing work opportunities

Competitive rate

Job summary

The role requires masking, priming and minor repairs, working across cars and light commercial vehicles. You’ll maintain a clean, safe workshop, and you can benefit from onsite parking and ongoing work opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Vehicle Prepper/Masker in automotive bodyshop.
• Knowledge of masking techniques and vehicle prep.
• Excellent attention to detail and high-quality standards.
• Able to work in a fast-paced workshop.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels prior to painting.
• Sand and prepare body panels to a high standard.
• Carry out small to medium filler repairs.
• Mask vehicles to expose only required areas for painting.
• Prime panels for painting.
• Prepare parts including bumpers, wings, doors and bonnets.
• Remove masking materials after painting.
• Ensure work meets quality standards.
• Work across cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized workspace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent worker

Full UK driving licence

Job description

We’re recruiting for experienced Vehicle Preppers / Maskers to work within a busy automotive bodyshop in Rochester. This is a great opportunity for skilled professionals to prepare vehicles and panels for painting, maintaining high standards of finish and quality.

The Role:

• Prepare vehicles and panels prior to painting.
• Sand and prepare body panels to a high standard.
• Carry out small to medium filler repairs.
• Bag and mask vehicles to ensure only the required areas are exposed for painting.
• Prime panels ready for the paint process.
• Prepare individual parts and panels, including bumpers, wings, doors and bonnets.
• Remove masking materials following the paint process where required.
• Ensure all work meets the required quality standards.
• Work on a range of vehicles, from cars to light commercial vehicles.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Prepper, Vehicle Masker or Prepper / Masker within an automotive bodyshop is essential.
• Good knowledge of vehicle preparation and masking techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced workshop environment.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points for minor offences.

What We Offer:

• Competitive rate of £21.43 per hour.
• Ongoing work opportunities.
• Onsite parking.
• Opportunity to work within a leading automotive operation.

Commutable from: Chatham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Gravesend, Dartford, Rainham, Ashford, Canterbury, Tonbridge and surrounding areas.