Automotive Paint Prep Technician

Dealer Tire, LLC; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Job summary

Dealer Tire, LLC is seeking a Tech - Paint Prepper to assist paint technicians by preparing vehicles, masking areas, and applying primers and finishes. You will inspect surfaces, sand imperfections, and ensure clean, paint-ready panels for buffing.

Responsibilities include equipment upkeep, safety compliance, and collaboration with the team to achieve high-quality finishes in all weather and shop conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in wheel refurbishing or automotive repair preferred.
• Knowledge of painting and surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Surface preparation: inspect, clean, and prep surfaces for paint.
• Makes repairs by sanding, smoothing and masking areas to be painted.
• Priming and painting, then removing masking tape and cleaning the vehicle.
• Quality control and safety: maintain PPE and tools; follow safety rules.
• Assist technicians and document preparation processes.

Skills

Paint Preparation

Automotive Refinishing

Tool Handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Dealer Tire, LLC is seeking a Tech - Paint Prepper to assist paint technicians by preparing vehicles, masking areas, and applying primers and finishes. You will inspect surfaces, sand imperfections, and ensure clean, paint-ready panels for buffing.

Responsibilities include equipment upkeep, safety compliance, and collaboration with the team to achieve high-quality finishes in all weather and shop conditions.