What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Paint Prepper position at D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling?
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Who We Are
D&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has since grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. The company is locally owned and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, with a total of six locations, two in Mentor, and one each in Chardon, Elyria, Kirtland, and North Ridgeville. D&S Automotive's unrivaled customer experience and attention to detail has earned them a reputation in the community for its award-winning service, quality customer care and community involvement.
What We Value
Philanthropy: We passionately believe that it is our communities and the people that make up our communities that shape our business and make us a successful company. Our desire is to embrace philanthropy and maintain a culture of giving to better our community just like it betters us.
Family: Families care about one another. They show admiration and respect whilst also supporting in times of need. They relate to each other and use this to solve problems and achieve common goals. At D&S, we work to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where employees have opportunities to build camaraderie and elevate teamwork.
About The Position
The Auto Body Paint Prepper is a full-time position responsible for assisting the Paint Technician to refinish all assigned vehicles, following the written repair order. The Paint Prepper plays a key role in delivering on D&S' promise of timeliness, quality and customer satisfaction.
This is a full-time opportunity that works during the 8:00 am - 5:30 pm time frame, Monday through Friday. We offer competitive compensation, as well as medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education opportunities, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Days, Paid Life Insurance, and 401(k) plan with match. The Automotive Paint Prepper will report to the Collision Center Manager.
Essential Job Functions
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
D&S Automotive is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Updated January 28, 2025
All candidates upon Offer of Employment will be required to submit to a Background Check, where we check for prior felonies. In addition, we run a Motor Vehicle Report to check for a valid driver license, prior citations/suspensions and total points on the license, if applicable.
Who We Are
D&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has since grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. The company is locally owned and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, with a total of six locations, two in Mentor, and one each in Chardon, Elyria, Kirtland, and North Ridgeville. D&S Automotive's unrivaled customer experience and attention to detail has earned them a reputation in the community for its award-winning service, quality customer care and community involvement.
What We Value
Philanthropy: We passionately believe that it is our communities and the people that make up our communities that shape our business and make us a successful company. Our desire is to embrace philanthropy and maintain a culture of giving to better our community just like it betters us.
Family: Families care about one another. They show admiration and respect whilst also supporting in times of need. They relate to each other and use this to solve problems and achieve common goals. At D&S, we work to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where employees have opportunities to build camaraderie and elevate teamwork.
About The Position
The Auto Body Paint Prepper is a full-time position responsible for assisting the Paint Technician to refinish all assigned vehicles, following the written repair order. The Paint Prepper plays a key role in delivering on D&S' promise of timeliness, quality and customer satisfaction.
This is a full-time opportunity that works during the 8:00 am - 5:30 pm time frame, Monday through Friday. We offer competitive compensation, as well as medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education opportunities, Paid Holidays, Paid Volunteer Days, Paid Life Insurance, and 401(k) plan with match. The Automotive Paint Prepper will report to the Collision Center Manager.
Essential Job Functions
- Prepare vehicles properly for paint (sanding, masking, tape, etc.)
- Polish completed vehicles
- Clean and maintain paint booth and supplies
- Assist Refinish Technician in other areas as necessary
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)
- 1 years of related experience required
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check
- Periodic lifting and carrying objects over 50 pounds
- Reaching above and below shoulder level
- Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping to complete or inspect repairs
- May be exposed to repetitive tasks involving hand and arm motion
- May be required to inspect vehicles outdoors in inclement weather
- May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, high levels of dust and noise in repair center
- Desire to grow within industry
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Desire to work in team atmosphere
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
D&S Automotive is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Updated January 28, 2025
All candidates upon Offer of Employment will be required to submit to a Background Check, where we check for prior felonies. In addition, we run a Motor Vehicle Report to check for a valid driver license, prior citations/suspensions and total points on the license, if applicable.
