Autobody Collision Paint Prepper

Chiltonautobody; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and 2 weeks PTO

Medical, dental, vision, life

Matching 401(k)

Job summary

Chiltonautobody in San Francisco seeks a Paint Prepper to assist the Painter in the refinishing process. The position is in Operations and reports to the Location Manager-Lead Painter.

The ideal candidate has experience in the auto body collision repair industry and can work well with the team. Primary duties include preparing vehicles for painting, masking surfaces, maintaining tools, and supporting refinishing and priming tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with the team to meet shared objectives.
• Ability to work independently as well as parts of a team.
• Self-motivated.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing and able to pass a thorough background check.

Responsibilities

• Paint Preparation: Assist Paint technician by preparing vehicle and parts for painting using proper techniques, equipment, and materials.
• Paint Maintenance: Maintain all tools and equipment; keep workspace clean and organized; ensure all refinish products are stored as directed.

Job description

Position Title: Paint Prepper

Department: Operations

Reports to: Location Manager-Lead Painter

Position Summary: The Paint Prepper assists the Painter in the refinishing process.

Key Requirement: MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE AUTO BODY COLLISION REPAIR INDUSTRY!! PLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR RESUME - REQUIRED!!

Responsibilities

• Paint Preparation: Assist Paint technician by preparing vehicle and parts for painting using proper techniques, equipment, and materials.
  • Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces.
  • Apply paper and masking tape to protect non-painted surfaces.
  • Assist Paint Technician with refinish operations as needed.
  • Assist Paint Technician with Priming as needed.
• Paint Maintenance: Maintain all tools and equipment.
  • Keep workspace clean and organized.
  • Ensure the paint area, prep station, paint booth, paint storage and paint mixing area are clean.
  • Ensure all refinish products are stored as directed.
  • May help with general paint booth maintenance.
• Safety: Utilize all required safety equipment and follow proper refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines. Wear and use the required safety equipment (respirator, eye, and skin protectors), handle and dispose hazardous waste properly.
• Training: Complete assigned training through Collision University. Additional internal and business partner supported training a necessary.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Job duties/Job description may be adjusted or added based on the needs of the business or at management discretion.

Requirements

• Ability to work collaboratively with the team to meet shared objectives.
• Ability to work independently as well as parts of a team.
• Self-motivated.
• Valid drivers' license required.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing and able to pass a thorough background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-year automotive paint prep experience.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and 2 weeks PTO
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Matching 401(k)