Autobody Paint Prep Technician: Path to Painter

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

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.