PREPPER / PAINT ASSISTANT

HOLLINGSWORTH AUTO SERVICE INC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLLINGSWORTH AUTO SERVICE INC in Savannah, GA is seeking a Prepper to prepare repaired vehicles for refinishing and assist painters with their work.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain required certifications. You will keep the work area clean and safe, update the WIP board, and support the Painter and Production Manager as needed. This is a hands-on role with daily collaboration in a busy shop.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in prep or painting-related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proper certifications or ability to obtain certifications.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and parts for painting, using proper techniques, equipment and materials, as outlined on the work order.
• Mask Vehicles for painting.
• Prime vehicles and parts.
• Sand vehicles and parts prior to painting.
• Clean vehicles prior to sending to final masking.
• Update WIP board throughout the day.
• Assist in the smooth flow of work through the shop.
• Maintain work area in clean and safe condition.
• Keep Painter and Production Manager aware of work status.
• Alert the Painter and/or Production Manager to any unusual problems or additional work needed on a vehicle.
• Check all parts for accuracy before beginning prepping.
• Assist the Painter as necessary.

Job description

Position Overview

Responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for refinishing and assisting painters with their work

Position Overview

Responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for refinishing and assisting painters with their work

Accountability

The Prepper reports to the Painter and Production Manager. The Prepper is to provide his/her own hand tools

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare vehicles and parts for painting, using proper techniques, equipment and materials, as outlined on the work order
• Mask Vehicles for painting
• Prime vehicles and parts
• Sand vehicles and parts prior to painting
• Clean vehicles prior to sending to final masking
• Update WIP board throughout the day

Additional Job Functions

• Assist in the smooth flow of work through the shop
• Maintain work area in clean and safe condition
• Keep Painter and Production Manager aware of work status
• Alert the Painter and/or Production Manager to any unusual problems or additional work needed on a vehicle
• Check all parts for accuracy before beginning prepping
• Assist the Painter as necessary

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• 1+ years of experience
• Proper certifications or ability to obtain certifications
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic