Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice | Hourly - Big Valley Ford

Big Valley Ford; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Telehealth

Disability insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee pricing

Job summary

Big Valley Ford in Stockton, CA is seeking a motivated Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice to join our growing team. You will prepare vehicles for refinishing and support painters to deliver high-quality repairs that meet Ford and customer standards.

Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour DOE. This full-time role offers training, career growth, a positive team environment, and benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have automotive paint prep experience.
• Able to sand, mask, and prepare vehicles for paint.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Sand, mask, clean, and prepare vehicles and parts for paint.
• Prime repaired panels and perform final surface preparation.
• Assist painters throughout the refinishing process.
• Remove and reinstall moldings, trim pieces, and minor components as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety and shop procedures.
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Paint prep experience

Sanding & masking

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Positive attitude

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Big Valley Ford - Stockton, CA 95212, Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 Hourly, Job Category: Body Shop, Ready to build your career in the collision repair industry? Big Valley Ford is looking for a motivated Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice to join our growing body shop team. If you have paint prep experience, take pride in quality work, and want to learn from experienced professionals, we'd like to talk with you.

This position supports our paint department by preparing vehicles for refinishing and assisting in delivering high-quality repairs that meet Ford and customer standards.

Why Join Big Valley Ford?

• Competitive starting pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour DOE
• Full-time, stable employment
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Work with an experienced body shop team
• Ongoing training and skill development
• Positive, team-oriented work environment

Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice Job Responsibilities

• Sand, mask, clean, and prepare vehicles and parts for paint
• Prime repaired panels and perform final surface preparation
• Assist painters throughout the refinishing process
• Remove and reinstall moldings, trim pieces, and minor components as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety and shop procedures
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards are met

Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice Benefits and Compensation

Starting pay of $19.00-$22.00 per hour, depending on experience

In addition to competitive pay, our benefits are designed to support you and your family…

• Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental insurance, with comprehensive coverage options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and text-based Telehealth
• A variety of voluntary benefit options, including Short and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Pet, as well as additional life insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off that begins accruing from Day 1
• Exclusive employee pricing for you and your family on parts, service, and vehicles

Qualifications: Body Shop Paint Prepper / Apprentice Qualifications

• Previous automotive paint prep experience
• Ability to sand, mask, and prepare vehicles for paint
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

Corporate requirements: Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license and clean driving record, able to pass a criminal background check and pre‑employment drug screen.