Automotive Paint Prep Technician

Xcite Automotive; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcite Automotive in Pinellas Park, FL seeks an automotive prepper/painter to prepare vehicles for primer and topcoat, delivering high-quality finishes for customers and dealer partners. This fast-paced role requires attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include washing, sanding, masking, priming, and applying paint with spray guns; keeping work areas clean; recording materials used; and ensuring masking prevents overspray.

Qualifications

• Experience in an automotive body shop or related field is essential.
• Proficiency in cleaning, sanding, and preparing vehicle surfaces for painting.
• Ability to identify and address issues with paint application or surface preparation.
• Understanding of various paint types, primers, fillers, and their proper application techniques.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including walking, bending, crouching, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting by washing, sanding, and masking surfaces.
• Sand surfaces to remove old paint, rust, or imperfections.
• Ensure all prep work is completed to the required standards and specifications before proceeding with the paint application.
• Ensure that all masked areas are sealed properly to prevent paint overspray from reaching unintended areas.
• Apply primer to the prepared surfaces to improve paint adhesion and provide a uniform base for the topcoat.
• Keep the work area clean and organized to avoid contamination of surfaces.
• Proficiently use tools and equipment like sanders, spray guns, and mixing devices.
• Keep accurate records of prep work and any materials used.

Job description

Xcite Automotive in Pinellas Park, FL seeks an automotive prepper/painter to prepare vehicles for primer and topcoat, delivering high-quality finishes for customers and dealer partners. This fast-paced role requires attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include washing, sanding, masking, priming, and applying paint with spray guns; keeping work areas clean; recording materials used; and ensuring masking prevents overspray.