Auto Body Paint Prep Specialist

REV Group; Grove City, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Horton Emergency Vehicles in Grove City, OH, seeks a Paint Prep Technician to prepare vehicles for paint through sanding, masking, and surface cleaning. This role emphasizes quality finishes and adherence to safety standards.

You'll perform body work, buffing, sealing seams, and using dual action sanders, grinders, and air paint systems. Prior automotive paint prep experience and knowledge of OSHA/EPA rules are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous automotive paint and paint prep experience preferred.
• Ability to meet quality and time standards.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Ability to operate sanding and spraying equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for paint by sanding, light body work, taping, and chemical cleaning.
• Occasionally perform body work of repairing holes and dents.
• Buff and polish to achieve an acceptable finish.
• Seal seams, mask edges, and apply body fillers as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Automotive paint prep

Sanding and surface prep

Body repair basics

Tool operation

Primer spraying

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dual action sander

Grinders

Air paint system

Body filler

Caulking tools

Job description

Horton Emergency Vehicles in Grove City, OH, seeks a Paint Prep Technician to prepare vehicles for paint through sanding, masking, and surface cleaning. This role emphasizes quality finishes and adherence to safety standards.

You'll perform body work, buffing, sealing seams, and using dual action sanders, grinders, and air paint systems. Prior automotive paint prep experience and knowledge of OSHA/EPA rules are preferred.