Auto Body Paint Prepper Apprentice — Training & Growth

Big Valley Ford; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Telehealth

Disability insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee pricing

Job summary

Big Valley Ford in Stockton, CA is seeking a motivated Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice to join our growing team. You will prepare vehicles for refinishing and support painters to deliver high-quality repairs that meet Ford and customer standards.

Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour DOE. This full-time role offers training, career growth, a positive team environment, and benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have automotive paint prep experience.
• Able to sand, mask, and prepare vehicles for paint.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Sand, mask, clean, and prepare vehicles and parts for paint.
• Prime repaired panels and perform final surface preparation.
• Assist painters throughout the refinishing process.
• Remove and reinstall moldings, trim pieces, and minor components as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety and shop procedures.
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Paint prep experience

Sanding & masking

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Positive attitude

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Big Valley Ford in Stockton, CA is seeking a motivated Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice to join our growing team. You will prepare vehicles for refinishing and support painters to deliver high-quality repairs that meet Ford and customer standards.

Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour DOE. This full-time role offers training, career growth, a positive team environment, and benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.