Paint/Prep Technician

Knapheide; New Carlisle (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays, including Black Friday

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer‑paid life insurance

Job summary

Knapheide Truck Equipment Center in New Carlisle, OH is hiring a full-time Paint/Prep Technician responsible for quality vehicle surface preparation on work truck bodies and equipment prior to painting. The role works Monday–Thursday 6:00 AM to 4:45 PM, with overtime as needed.

You will prepare surfaces, fill and sand imperfections, mask surfaces, and pre-fit components as part of the finishing process. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, team-minded, and committed to quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Previous experience prepping metal surfaces for painting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for paint per established standards.
• Fill and sand body imperfections as needed.
• Mask and protect vehicle surfaces.
• Pre‑fit and drill bumpers, ladder racks, and other holes as necessary.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Job description

Knapheide Truck Equipment Center, New Carlisle, OH

We are looking to hire a full‑time Paint/Prep Technician responsible for quality vehicle surface preparation on work truck bodies and equipment prior to painting. The position works Monday‑Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:45 PM, with overtime as needed.

About Knapheide Truck Equipment Centers

Knapheide Truck Equipment Centers are the premier work‑truck equipment, accessory, and commercial upfit provider in the United States. With more than 25 retail stores and upfit centers across the county, we handle any truck equipment, truck accessories, and commercial fleet installation needs.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays, including Black Friday and Christmas
• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for paint per established standards
• Fill and sand body imperfections as needed
• Mask and protect vehicle surfaces
• Pre‑fit and drill bumpers, ladder racks, and other holes as necessary

Our Ideal Candidate

• Respectful—kind, positive, and helpful
• Career‑minded—looking for more than a job
• Team player—gets along well with others
• Pride in your work—desire to produce quality work and ensure customer satisfaction
• Organized & attentive to detail—nothing gets by you without being double‑checked

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Ability to lift/move up to 75 pounds
• Previous experience prepping metal surfaces for painting