Autobody Prep & Paint Technician I – Day-One Benefits

REV Group; Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Military-friendly employer

Education Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Opportunities to relocate within REV

Job summary

REV Group's American Emergency Vehicles division is seeking a Paint/Body technician to prep, sand, and buff painted vehicles in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will tape and mask off surfaces, seal seams, apply primer, and finish to a high-quality standard while following safety rules and 6S practices.

Teamwork, communication, and a willingness to learn primer mixing and paint products are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years automotive paint prep and body repair preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to operate dual action sanders, grinders, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of quality standards to produce an acceptable paint finish.
• Professional communication and ability to follow directions.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work with others.
• Willingness to learn primer mixing and paint products.
• Ability to meet time standards while maintaining quality.
• General knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Prep, sand, buff painted vehicles.
• Tape and mask off nonpainted surfaces.
• Seal body seams with epoxy seam sealer and smooth for final paint.
• Grind and fill with body filler, sand to finish welds and dents.
• Sand and shape body filler around transitions or body lines.
• Spray primer on areas where body filler was applied.
• Wipe surfaces with grease and wax remover.
• Sand painted surfaces to remove orange peel texture.
• Operate a buffer and buff paint to a proper finish.
• May be required to climb on vehicles and wear fall protection.
• Keep the work area safe and clean to 6S standards.

Skills

Paint prep

Body repair

Communication

Teamwork

Primer mixing

Time management

OSHA/EPA knowledge

Quality standards

Tools handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dual action sander

Grinder

Hand tools

Job description

REV Group's American Emergency Vehicles division is seeking a Paint/Body technician to prep, sand, and buff painted vehicles in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will tape and mask off surfaces, seal seams, apply primer, and finish to a high-quality standard while following safety rules and 6S practices.

Teamwork, communication, and a willingness to learn primer mixing and paint products are essential.