Paint Prep Technician

Motocruit; Beaver Falls (Beaver County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Motocruit in the United States seeks an automotive body prep technician to prepare surfaces for painting. You will wash, degrease, sand, and feather-edge panels, repair minor imperfections, and mask areas to protect non-painted surfaces.

The role requires careful handling of primers and sealers and maintaining tools in a fast-paced shop environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or GED) and 1–2 years of body or paint prep experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand

Qualifications

• Must have eye for surface prep and smoothing.
• Experience with sanding, masking, and surface preparation.
• Familiarity with primers, sealers, and basic paint materials.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and parts to determine preparation requirements.
• Wash, clean, and degrease surfaces prior to sanding.
• Sand and feather-edge panels to create smooth surfaces.
• Repair minor surface imperfections (chips, scratches, dents, rust spots).
• Mask and tape vehicles to protect non-painted areas.
• Mix and apply primers and sealers.
• Remove dust, debris, and contaminants before paint application.
• Maintain paint prep tools and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Keep work area clean and organized.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Tools

Sanding tools

Grinders

Spray equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and parts to determine preparation requirements
• Wash, clean, and degrease surfaces prior to sanding
• Sand and feather-edge panels to create smooth surfaces
• Repair minor surface imperfections (chips, scratches, dents, rust spots)
• Mask and tape vehicles to protect non-painted areas
• Mix and apply primers and sealers
• Remove dust, debris, and contaminants before paint application
• Maintain paint prep tools and equipment
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA regulations
• Keep work area clean and organized

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• 1–2 years of automotive body or paint prep experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of sanding techniques, masking, and surface preparation
• Familiarity with primers, sealers, and basic paint materials
• Ability to operate sanding tools, grinders, and spray equipment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods