Paint Prepper

Mobile Auto Solutions, LLC; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Paid parental leave

6 holidays per year

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability & life insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Uniform stipend

Voluntary daily pay option

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass is seeking an Auto Body Refinish Prepper to prepare vehicles for refinishing in accordance with insurance guidelines. Responsibilities include sanding, masking, priming and applying primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats and clear coats to achieve a factory-like finish.

The role offers competitive compensation, health benefits, ongoing I-CAR and industry training, and opportunities for career advancement within a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in auto body refinishing is a plus.
• Must be able to sand, mask, prime and prepare vehicles for refinishing.
• Ability to apply primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats and clear coats.
• Work to insurance guidelines and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces for refinishing and masking.
• Apply primers, sealers, basecoats, color coats and clear coats.
• Restore anti-corrosion treatments and perform substrate identification.
• Evaluate bodywork to ensure a high-quality paint result.

Skills

Surface prep

Masking

Priming

Coating application

Job description

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass

Great Teams Don’t Happen by Accident

Built with Intent. Driven by YOU.

At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive environment you need to Be the Best and outperform at every touchpoint in collision and glass services. As we continue to grow and lead the industry, we ensure you have the resources and the team behind you to move your career forward.

Our Commitment:

The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and characteristics. We act with integrity and appreciate the diverse perspectives that make our "Greater Team" exceptional. Qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and Protected Veterans, are encouraged to apply.

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 Responsibilities

We 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 coats

• Technicians to complete restoration of anti-corrosion treatments, substrate identification, product mixing, and application.

• Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result
  

A Career with Us Offers

• Competitive Pay and Benefits Program

• Career Growth Opportunities for advancement

• On-going I-Car and Industry Training Programs,

• Professional Development Opportunities.

• A professional atmosphere, great working conditions, dynamic leadership

The 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 Employees

We 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to provide accommodations during the recruitment process.

Benefits That Drive Your Success

Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans

• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full time Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week

• 6 paid holidays annually

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance

• Continuing Education Opportunities

• Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annually

• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend

• Voluntary Daily Pay option available

About Us

Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.

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:

$16 - $22 / Flat Rate

Flat 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.