Auto Body Paint Prep Technician

Csn-Collision-1; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Ongoing training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

M&J Auto Body Services in Van Nuys, CA is hiring an Auto Body Paint Prepper to join our collision repair team. In this hands-on role you will prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality finishes and supporting our paint technicians in delivering exceptional results.

We offer state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative shop environment. Qualifying candidates have 1–3 years of auto body paint prep experience, strong surface prep knowledge, and a high school diploma (vocational

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of auto body paint preparation or similar role experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of automotive surface prep techniques (sanding, priming, masking).
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational auto body repair training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces for painting by sanding, masking, cleaning, and applying primer.
• Wash vehicles and identify imperfections on panels before painting.
• Assist paint technicians with material prep, booth setup, and keeping tools clean.
• Review repair orders and complete all paint prep steps including priming and masking as needed.
• Mask off areas not to be painted to protect surrounding surfaces.

Skills

Auto body paint preparation

Sanding

Masking

Priming

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Air sander

Primers & masking supplies

Job description

M&J Auto Body Services in Van Nuys, CA is hiring an Auto Body Paint Prepper to join our collision repair team. In this hands-on role you will prepare vehicles for painting, ensuring high-quality finishes and supporting our paint technicians in delivering exceptional results.

We offer state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative shop environment. Qualifying candidates have 1–3 years of auto body paint prep experience, strong surface prep knowledge, and a high school diploma (vocational