Paint Prep Technician – Collision Refinishing

Crash Champions; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with match

Referral Bonus

5 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crash Champions is seeking a skilled paint technician to join our busy shop. You will remove contaminants from vehicle surfaces, assist with pre-paint blending, and work with the paint team to maintain on-time delivery.

You will also fill dents, buff and wax finished paint, and service spray equipment. Previous vehicle paint experience and ICAR certifications are preferred, and ability to follow directions and pass a background check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with vehicle paint processes shows in daily duties.
• I-CAR certifications preferred and can be a deciding factor in selection.
• Ability to receive directions and work well with others, plus pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters.
• Assist painter in pre-paint blending needs.
• Work with paint team to help keep vehicle on track for scheduled delivery time.
• Fill small dents or scratches with body fillers and smooth surfaces to prepare vehicles for painting.
• Buff and wax the finished paintwork.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment, using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths for cleaning duties.

Skills

Vehicle paint process experience

Team collaboration

Attention to safety

Tools

ICAR certifications

Job description

Crash Champions is seeking a skilled paint technician to join our busy shop. You will remove contaminants from vehicle surfaces, assist with pre-paint blending, and work with the paint team to maintain on-time delivery.

You will also fill dents, buff and wax finished paint, and service spray equipment. Previous vehicle paint experience and ICAR certifications are preferred, and ability to follow directions and pass a background check is required.