Collision Prepper

Gerber Collision & Glass; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with company match

Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Daily Pay option

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass is seeking an Auto Body Refinish Prepper to join our team in Harvey, LA. The role focuses on surface preparation, masking, priming, and top coating to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition.

The position offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for growth and ongoing industry training. We provide a professional atmosphere, supportive leadership, and a pathway for skill advancement within the collision repair facility.

Qualifications

• Surface preparation, vehicle masking, priming, and top coating.
• Apply primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats.
• Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for refinishing per insurance guidelines and standards.
• Sand, mask, prime, and prepare each vehicle for refinishing.
• Apply primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coats.
• Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality finish.

Skills

Surface preparation

Masking

Priming

Top coating

Job description

Company: Gerber Collision & GlassGreat Teams Don’t Happen by AccidentBuilt with Intent. Driven by YOU.At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive environment you need to Be the Best and outperform at every touchpoint in collision and glass services. As we continue to grow and lead the industry, we ensure you have the resources and the team behind you to move your career forward.Ready to grow with a team that’s built for your success? Apply today.Our Commitment:The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and characteristics. We act with integrity and appreciate the diverse perspectives that make our "Greater Team" exceptional. Qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and Protected Veterans, are encouraged to apply.Job Description:*** Industry Leading Compensation, Benefits & Training ***We are seeking a qualified Auto Body Refinish Prepper to join our winning team. We offer opportunities to maximize your earning potential with competitive compensation plans, health benefits, and career advancement opportunities.Roles and ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for energetic individuals to join our company, who have the ability to:Surface preparation, vehicle masking, priming, and top coating.Apply all primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats, and clear coatsTechnicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will resultA Career with Us OffersCompetitive Pay and Benefits ProgramCareer Growth Opportunities for advancementOn-going I-Car and Industry Training Programs,Professional Development Opportunities.A professional atmosphere, great working conditions, dynamic leadershipThe Auto Body Refinish Prepper must prepare the vehicle to ensure a quality refinish repair of each customer’s vehicle to restore it back to pre-accident condition. The Auto Body Refinish Prepper thoroughly sands, masks, primes, and prepares each vehicle for refinishing as per insurance guidelines and standards at the collision repair facility.Our Commitment to Our EmployeesWe believe our employees are at the heart of our success, and we strive to find people who possess the ideal characteristics, ability, experience, and character.TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL... APPLY TODAY!We are an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to provide accommodations during the recruitment process.Benefits That Drive Your SuccessGerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full time Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week6 paid holidays annuallyMedical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchEmployer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life InsuranceAdditional Voluntary Life InsuranceContinuing Education OpportunitiesFree Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annuallyAnnual Voluntary Uniform StipendVoluntary Daily Pay option availableAbout UsGerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.AI Disclosure Statement:At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.Compensation Details:$15 - $20 / Hour Flat RateFlat Rate Compensation is a performance-based structure directly tied to turned hours, also referred to as booked hours. In the event that total compensation in a pay period is less than minimum wage, clocked hours will be calculated with a guarantee of applicable local or state minimum wage, whichever is greater.Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.Supplemental Pay:This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.#INDSOUTH: Automotive, growth, advancement, collision repair, collision center, auto body, autobody, body shop, I-CAR, ICAR, dent repair, painter, paint tech, PPG, water, waterborn, waterborne, sikkens, paint prep, prepper, buff, polish, wheel, mask, tapeTitles: Body Shop Painter - Automotive Painter - Refinish Technician