Paint Prepper/Finisher

Miller Motors Sales; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k matching

Employee Discounts

PTO & Paid Holidays

Opportunity for Career Growth

Training provided

Free college program

Job summary

Miller Motors Sales in Burlington, WI is seeking an experienced Paint Prep/Finish Technician to join our collision repair team. You will prepare vehicles for refinishing, mask, prime, and seal repaired areas while ensuring high-quality prep and safety standards.

The role emphasizes independent work within a team, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced shop environment. Fortune 500-level standards are referenced for compensation alignment.

Qualifications

• Previous collision repair or automotive paint-prep experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while being part of a team.
• Good work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Pride in producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels for refinishing according to manufacturer and shop standards.
• Sand, featheredge, block, prime, and seal repaired areas.
• Perform final surface preparation before vehicles enter the paint booth.
• Mask vehicles properly and efficiently.
• Identify imperfections or areas requiring additional prep before painting.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Communicate with painters, technicians, and management regarding repair and prep needs.
• Follow proper safety procedures and use PPE.
• Help maintain a productive workflow and meet established cycle-time goals.
• Perform other duties related to the paint and collision repair process as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Dependable attendance

Job description

Collision Center PaintPreparation/Finish Technician

We are looking for an experienced, dependable Paint Prepper to join our growing collision repair team. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to the details, and understands that quality prep is the foundation of a quality paint job.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels for refinishing according to manufacturer and shop standards
• Sand, featheredge, block, prime, and seal repaired areas
• Perform final surface preparation before vehicles enter the paint booth
• Mask vehicles properly and efficiently
• Identify imperfections or areas requiring additional prep before painting
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Communicate with painters, technicians, and management regarding repair and prep needs
• Follow proper safety procedures and use PPE
• Help maintain a productive workflow and meet established cycle-time goals
• Perform other duties related to the paint and collision repair process as needed

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations (Including Driver's License)

• Previous collision repair or automotive paint-prep experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while being part of a team
• Good work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Pride in producing quality work
• I-CAR or manufacturer training is a plus, but not required

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience and commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell.The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k matching
• Employee Discounts
• Highly Rated Dealership- 4.8 Star Google Rating!
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Opportunity for Career Growth
• Training provided
• Free college program

About Us

4thGeneration family owned and operated Ford and Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram dealership in Burlington, WI.We believe our employees are our greatest asset and we provide an excellent environment to progress their careers in the automotive industry.