Automotive Bodyshop Helper

Gulf Coast Auto Park; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness initiatives

Employee purchase plans and company

Community involvement activities

Exciting company events

Inclusive and diverse environment

Job summary

Gulf Coast Toyota in Texas is seeking an Automotive Bodyshop Helper to prepare and paint vehicles after collisions or customization requests. The role requires experience with painting techniques, color matching, and careful attention to detail to achieve high-quality finishes.

You will remove trims, prep surfaces, apply primers and topcoats, mask for multi-tone work, mix colors, and finish with decals or detailing.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of previous experience in a body shop.
• The ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail ensuring that every aspect of the painting process, from preparation to finishing touches, is executed with precision.
• Knowledge and adherence to safety protocols when handling paints, solvents, and other chemicals used in the painting process.

Responsibilities

• Remove exterior trims and hardware.
• Identify and evaluate all painting surfaces to determine the proper level of repair.
• Identify and apply corrosive-resistant primers and topcoats for fibreglass and plastic.
• Sand, spot fill, price, and condition areas of repair.
• Mask and tape for multi-tone work or to protect areas that do not require painting.
• Apply primers, acrylic enamel, polyurethane, base coat, clear coat, and other types of paint using spray painting guns.
• Mix paint to blend and match colors.
• Dry or bake newly painted areas.
• Apply decals, transfers, stencils, specialty refinishing, and detailing.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Education

Automotive body repair education (asset)

Job description

Gulf Coast Toyota is looking for anAutomotive Bodyshop Helper!

About Us

[brief company description]

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Automotive Bodyshop Helper to join our team. The Automotive Bodyshop Helper will be responsible for preparing and painting vehicles to restore or enhance their appearance following collision repairs or customization requests. This role requires expertise in automotive painting techniques, color matching, and attention to detail to achieve high-quality finishes.

Job Duties:

• Remove exterior trims and hardware.
• Identify and evaluate all painting surfaces to determine the proper level of repair.
• Identify and apply corrosive-resistant primers and topcoats for fibreglass and plastic.
• Sand, spot fill, price, and condition areas of repair.
• Mask and tape for multi-tone work or to protect areas that do not require painting.
• Apply primers, acrylic enamel, polyurethane, base coat, clear coat, and other types of paint using spray painting guns.
• Mix paint to blend and match colors.
• Dry or bake newly painted areas.
• Apply decals, transfers, stencils, specialty refinishing, and detailing.
• Other duties as required.

Successful Candidates Possess:

• 2-3 years of previous experience in a body shop.
• The ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail ensuring that every aspect of the painting process, from preparation to finishing touches, is executed with precision.
• Education in automotive body repair is an asset.
• Knowledge and adherence to safety protocols when handling paints, solvents, and other chemicals used in the painting process.
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic to uphold professional standards and meet deadlines consistently.

Why Work for Gulf Coast Autopark:

• Inclusive and diverse environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented atmosphere.
• Supportive work environment.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• Community involvement activities.
• Exciting company events.
• Employee purchase plans and company discounts.
• Our values and missions.
• Company benefits.

Gulf Coast Toyota is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, and Indigenous status. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with applicable legislation. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.