Collision Prepper

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

I-CAR training

Career growth opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking an Auto Body Refinish Prepper to prepare vehicles for refinishing and restore them to pre-accident condition. You will sand, mask, prime, and lay basecoats and clear coats according to insurance guidelines in our collision repair facility.

We offer competitive hourly pay, health benefits, paid training including I-CAR, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in auto body refinishing prep and surface prep tasks.
• Ability to mask areas and apply primers and coatings per guidelines.
• Capable of evaluating bodywork to ensure high-quality refinishing results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for refinishing, including sanding, masking and priming.
• Apply primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats and clear coats.
• Ensure refinished surfaces meet insurance guidelines and standards.

Skills

Surface prep

Masking

Priming

Coatings application

Job description

MS Hattiesburg - 138000We put our team members first. You’ll receive a great salary and benefits, and experience the support and opportunity you deserve. You’re empowered to make decisions. You control your future.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.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.