Precision Auto Paint Prep Technician

Total Recon Auto; Rockville, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Recon Auto in Rockville, MD is seeking a Paint Prep Technician who takes pride in precision and efficiency. This role focuses on prepping vehicles for high-quality refinishing, supporting auto painters, and maintaining a clean, safe shop environment.

Key duties include surface prep, masking, primer application, and adherence to OEM procedures and production schedules. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail and can lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced shop setting.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Paint Prep Technician or Auto Body Prep preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive surface preparation, sanding, masking, and primer application.
• Familiarity with OEM repair procedures and automotive refinishing processes.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform hands-on work in a shop setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces for painting by washing, sanding, feather-edging, filling minor imperfections, masking, and cleaning per manufacturer specifications.
• Apply primers, sealers, and other preparatory coatings to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality.
• Inspect panels for imperfections and perform final surface preparation before entering the paint booth.
• Remove, mask, or protect vehicle trim, glass, moldings to prevent overspray and damage.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep areas, tools, and equipment to support efficient workflow.
• Assist auto painters with vehicle staging, material preparation, and movement through the refinishing process.
• Follow OEM repair procedures, shop quality standards, and production schedules for timely completion.
• Safely handle sanding equipment, power tools, primers, solvents, and related materials while complying with safety regulations.
• Perform final cleaning and tack-off procedures before vehicles are transferred into the paint booth.

Skills

Detail orientation

Surface prep

Masking techniques

Primer application

OEM procedures

Job description

Total Recon Auto in Rockville, MD is seeking a Paint Prep Technician who takes pride in precision and efficiency. This role focuses on prepping vehicles for high-quality refinishing, supporting auto painters, and maintaining a clean, safe shop environment.

Key duties include surface prep, masking, primer application, and adherence to OEM procedures and production schedules. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail and can lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced shop setting.