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Port Saint Lucie, FL · On-site
$800 - $900/wk
Auto Body Prepper Busy collision repair shop is hiring an experienced Auto Body Prepper . Responsible for preparing vehicles and parts for paint, including sanding, masking, priming, blocking, and ...
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Port Saint Lucie, FL · On-site
$800 - $900/wk
Auto Body Prepper Busy collision repair shop is hiring an experienced Auto Body Prepper . Responsible for preparing vehicles and parts for paint, including sanding, masking, priming, blocking, and ...
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Auto Body Prepper Location: Nashville, TN Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $20 hourly Position Summary: The Auto Body Prepper plays a key role in the refinishing process by preparing equipment for ...
Auto Body Prepper Location: Nashville, TN Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $20 hourly Position Summary: The Auto Body Prepper plays a key role in the refinishing process by preparing equipment for ...
Nashville, TN · On-site
$20/hr
The Auto Body Prepper plays a key role in the refinishing process by preparing equipment for painting. This includes cleaning, sanding, masking, and ensuring surfaces are properly prepped to ensure a ...
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Nashville, TN · On-site
$20/hr
The Auto Body Prepper plays a key role in the refinishing process by preparing equipment for painting. This includes cleaning, sanding, masking, and ensuring surfaces are properly prepped to ensure a ...
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Parma, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Parma, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Brunswick, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Brunswick, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Marlborough, MA · On-site
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Marlborough, MA · On-site
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
As an Auto Body Prepper, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage ...
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As an Auto Body Prepper, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage ...
Waltham, MA · On-site
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Waltham, MA · On-site
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Lorain, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Lorain, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Tolleson, AZ · On-site
As an Auto Body Prepper, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage ...
Tolleson, AZ · On-site
As an Auto Body Prepper, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage ...
Cleveland, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Cleveland, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Elyria, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Elyria, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Framingham, MA · On-site
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Framingham, MA · On-site
$23 - $27/hr
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
Lorain, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
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Lorain, OH · On-site
Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and perform extensive bodywork on multiple panels, including plastic welding, metal pulling, roof and ...
$12.50 - $15.73
4% of jobs
$15.73 - $18.97
14% of jobs
$20.05 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$18.97 - $22.20
22% of jobs
The median wage is $24 / hr.
$22.20 - $25.44
19% of jobs
$25.44 - $28.67
11% of jobs
$30.47 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$28.67 - $31.91
9% of jobs
$31.91 - $35.14
6% of jobs
$35.14 - $38.37
5% of jobs
$38.37 - $41.61
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$41.61 - $44.84
3% of jobs
$44.84 - $48.08
2% of jobs
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An Auto Body Prepper is responsible for preparing vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, priming, and cleaning surfaces. They ensure the bodywork is smooth and free of imperfections before paint application. Preppers work closely with painters and body technicians to maintain quality standards. Their role is essential in achieving a flawless finish and long-lasting paint job.
As an Auto Body Prepper, your daily tasks primarily involve inspecting vehicles for damage, sanding and cleaning surfaces, masking off areas, and preparing panels for paint application. You may also mix and apply primers, handle minor bodywork, and assist the paint technicians in maintaining a clean and organized work area. Attention to detail is crucial, as proper preparation directly impacts the quality of the finished paint job. The role often requires continuous collaboration with painters, estimators, and other body shop team members to ensure each vehicle meets both safety and cosmetic standards.
To thrive as an Auto Body Prepper, you need solid knowledge of surface preparation techniques, sanding, masking, and the use of auto body repair tools and materials. Familiarity with paint mixing systems, spray equipment, and adherence to safety protocols such as OSHA standards or I-CAR certification is often required. Attention to detail, time management, and strong teamwork skills help you excel in a fast-paced repair shop environment. These abilities ensure high-quality finishes, safe practices, and efficient collaboration with painters and technicians, leading to successful project outcomes.
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$800 - $900/wk
Full-time
Posted 2 days ago
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Auto Body Prepper
Busy collision repair shop is hiring an experienced Auto Body Prepper.
Responsible for preparing vehicles and parts for paint, including sanding, masking, priming, blocking, and making sure surfaces are properly prepared for the painter.
Requirements:
Full-Time Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:30 PM
