Precision Automotive Paint Prep Technician

Diehl Automotive Group; Grove City (Mercer County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Diehl Collision of Grove City is seeking an Automotive Paint Prepper to join our Grove City, PA collision repair team. You will prepare vehicles for refinish, sand to create paint-ready surfaces, mask areas, and assist painters and technicians throughout the repair process.

This full-time role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced collision center. Prior prep experience and a valid driver’s license are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive paint prep or body shop experience preferred.
• Experience sanding, masking, priming, and preparing vehicles for paint.
• Familiarity with automotive collision repair and refinishing procedures.
• Ability to use sanders and other automotive prep equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced collision center.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and automotive body panels for refinishing and paint.
• Sand repaired areas to create smooth, paint-ready surfaces.
• Mask vehicles, trim, glass, wheels, and other areas before painting.
• Perform scuffing, feather edging, and surface preparation.
• Apply primers, sealers, and other prep materials as directed.
• Inspect surfaces for imperfections before vehicles enter the paint booth.
• Assist with minor body preparation and repair work.
• Clean and prepare panels and vehicle surfaces before refinishing.
• Remove masking materials following the painting process.
• Assist painters and body technicians throughout the repair process.
• Maintain paint prep tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Follow proper safety procedures when working with automotive refinishing products.
• Help maintain an organized, efficient, and productive collision center.

Skills

Paint prep experience

Sanding

Masking

Priming

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Valid driver's license (preferred)

Job description

Diehl Collision of Grove City is seeking an Automotive Paint Prepper to join our Grove City, PA collision repair team. You will prepare vehicles for refinish, sand to create paint-ready surfaces, mask areas, and assist painters and technicians throughout the repair process.

This full-time role requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced collision center. Prior prep experience and a valid driver’s license are preferred but not required.