Paint Prep Technician — First Shift, Overtime Potential

Skilled Trades Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Trades Services in Winston-Salem, NC is hiring a Painting Preparation Specialist for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role focuses on surface prep, priming, and preparing parts for coating, with emphasis on quality and attention to detail.

You will work 1st shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with overtime up to 10–12 hour days as needed. Pay ranges from $22 to $25 per hour, based on experience, and the project runs through the end of April, with potential for ongoing work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with painting prep, sanding, priming, or body work.
• Manufacturing or production environment experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and work quality.

Responsibilities

• Surface prep including sanding and cleaning materials.
• Applying primer and prepping parts for final paint.
• Taping/masking areas for precision painting.
• Performing bondo/body filler work as needed.
• Ensuring surfaces meet quality standards before paint application.
• Working in a production-driven manufacturing setting.

Skills

Painting prep

Sanding

Priming

Body work

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Skilled Trades Services in Winston-Salem, NC is hiring a Painting Preparation Specialist for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role focuses on surface prep, priming, and preparing parts for coating, with emphasis on quality and attention to detail.

You will work 1st shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with overtime up to 10–12 hour days as needed. Pay ranges from $22 to $25 per hour, based on experience, and the project runs through the end of April, with potential for ongoing work.