What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auto Body Prepper position at Dulles Coachwork, LLC?
Dulles Coachworks is currently seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our team as an auto body shop paint prepper. As an integral part of our renowned collision center, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operations and efficient workflow of our facility.
As part of our dedicated team, you will play a crucial role in preparing vehicles for the painting process, ensuring the highest quality standards and customer satisfaction. Join us in creating exceptional automotive experiences for our valued collision centers across the country. Your primary responsibility will be preparing vehicle surfaces for painting and working with the paint team. Typical duties include sanding vehicles, taping and edging vehicles and cleaning cars before the paint process begins.
The paint prepper is a multifaceted role that will require strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.
Duties
- Prepare vehicles for a paint job by performing thorough sanding, masking, and priming procedures, ensuring smooth and flawless surfaces.
- Inspect vehicles to identify imperfections, scratches, or dents that require repair or attention.
- Using appropriate tools and paint sprayer equipment to perform necessary repairs and adjustments.
- Utilizing paint tools and techniques for a paint job such as a spray gun, paint thinner, epoxy primer, clear coat, new paint, heavy paints, remove paint and old paint, entire vehicle, etc.
- Using a process for vehicle primer, block sand, body filler, filler material, sandpaper grit, masking tape, etc.
- Collaborate with the paint team to ensure proper color matching and automotive paint application techniques for car painting.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols and company guidelines.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, techniques, and best practices related to auto body repair and painting.
- Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers to ensure a seamless workflow and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Proven experience as an auto body prepper, automobile prepper, paint prepper, or in a similar role within the automotive collision repair industry.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify imperfections or flaws in surfaces.
- Proficient in using various tools and equipment required for auto body preparation.
- Knowledge of different painting techniques, color matching, and surface preparation methods.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team, managing time effectively and meeting deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- A valid driver’s license is required; additional certifications in automotive technology are a plus.
Benefits offered include health, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, gym membership, sick leave and paid time off. There is no waiting period to participate in these benefits.
To apply please send your resume or qualifications to info@dullescoachworks.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- automotive paint/paint prep: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25