Autobody Paint Prep Technician

VIVE Collision; Duncansville (Blair County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVE Collision in Duncansville, PA is seeking a Paint Prepper to join our collision repair team. This role prepares vehicles for refinishing, ensuring surfaces are clean, masked, and ready for paint with attention to detail and safety.

You will support Paint Technicians, maintain PPE, and follow OEM standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and eager to grow, with opportunities to advance into a painter role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory MVR.
• Previous Paint Prep/auto collision repair experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of paint prep and refinishing processes preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret repair orders and estimates.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and replacement parts for refinishing by sanding, cleaning, masking, and removing oils, debris, contaminants, and surface imperfections.
• Mask and protect vehicle components that should not receive paint during the refinishing process.
• Assist Paint Technicians with paint preparation and refinishing activities as needed.
• Apply primers and prepare repaired surfaces for paint application in accordance with company and OEM standards.
• Buff, polish, and clean painted surfaces after refinishing to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Inspect completed work and identify defects requiring correction before vehicle delivery.
• Perform minor finishing corrections as directed by the Paint Technician.
• Request paint materials, supplies, and consumables necessary to complete repairs efficiently.
• Maintain paint preparation equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all company policies, OEM repair procedures, and federal, state, local, and company safety regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, while performing refinishing operations.
• Participate in ongoing training to develop technical skills and industry knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with Paint Technicians, Body Technicians, and production staff to meet repair deadlines.
• When applicable, safely move and relocate vehicles in and out of the paint area and throughout the facility and lot to support the repair and refinishing process and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support shop operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Reading repair orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Auto Body Vocational/Technical certification (preferred)

Job description

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Paint Full Time Duncansville, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3541

Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Hourly

Are you a highly motivated and reliable Paint Prepper? Are youlooking for a collision repair company that values People and Processes while working alongside those with a Passion for auto repair? This is your opportunity!

If you are tired of the mediocre shop, allow us to take you out of the average and put you into the future of the collision repair business.

Each teammate is a valued part of the repair process. We support our team with the tools and technology needed to be successful: state-of-the-art paint and prepping equipment and all the training you can handle. You will expand your skills while being paid! Many of our Preppers grow into Painters.

The Paint Prep Technician is responsible for preparing vehicles and components for the refinishing process by ensuring all surfaces are properly cleaned, sanded, masked, and ready for paint application. This role supports the Paint Technician by performing critical preparation and finishing tasks that contribute to high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and committed to producing exceptional workmanship in a fast-paced collision repair environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and replacement parts for refinishing sanding, cleaning, masking, and removing oils, debris, contaminants, and surface imperfections.
• Mask and protect vehicle components that should not receive paint during the refinishing process.
• Assist Paint Technicians with paint preparation and refinishing activities as needed.
• Apply primers and prepare repaired surfaces for paint application in accordance with company and OEM standards.
• Buff, polish, and clean painted surfaces after refinishing to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Inspect completed work and identify defects requiring correction before vehicle delivery.
• Perform minor finishing corrections as directed by the Paint Technician.
• Request paint materials, supplies, and consumables necessary to complete repairs efficiently.
• Maintain paint preparation equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all company policies, OEM repair procedures, and federal, state, local, and company safety regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, while performing refinishing operations.
• Participate in ongoing training to develop technical skills and industry knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with Paint Technicians, Body Technicians, and production staff to meet repair deadlines.
• When applicable, safely move and relocate vehicles in and out of the paint area and throughout the facility and lot to support the repair and refinishing process and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support shop operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) are required.
• Previous experience as a Paint Prep Technician or in an automotive collision repair environment preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, or Auto Body Vocational/Technical certification preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of automotive paint preparation and refinishing processes preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret repair orders, work instructions, and written estimates.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stoop, bend, squat, kneel and pull
• Extended periods of kneeling, bending, and squatting to complete or inspect repairs
• Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs)
• Manual dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate equipment
• Standing, sitting, and walking
• Performing repetitive motions

The specific pay rate/salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by several factorsincluding experience, education, specialized certifications from OEMs, and where the job is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.