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Auto Body Prepper Painter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

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 ...

Paint Prepper

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$19 - $27/hr

Description Sears Imported Autos 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 ...

Paint Prepper

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$19 - $27/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Sears Imported Autos 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 ...

Grants Pass Chevy, Honda and Nissan is looking for a Auto Body Prepper is responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for the final painting process. This role ensures all surfaces are smooth, clean ...

Grants Pass Chevy, Honda and Nissan is looking for a Auto Body Prepper is responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for the final painting process. This role ensures all surfaces are smooth, clean ...

Grants Pass Chevy, Honda and Nissan is looking for a Auto Body Prepper is responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for the final painting process. This role ensures all surfaces are smooth, clean ...

Grants Pass Chevy, Honda and Nissan is looking for a Auto Body Prepper is responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for the final painting process. This role ensures all surfaces are smooth, clean ...

Employee Discount Summary The Truck Body Prepper / Painter is responsible for painting and preparing trucks to customer specifications at a high level of skill and quality. Location: Triad Truck ...

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint ... Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ...

Auto Body Prepper

Framingham, MA · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

Experienced Prepper (min 5 years professional experience): train other autobody technicians and ... Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless ...

As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint ... Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ...

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How much do auto body prepper painter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for auto body prepper painter in the United States is $17.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Auto Body Prepper Painter vs Auto Body Painter?

AspectAuto Body Prepper PainterAuto Body Painter
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job training, possibly certifications in auto body repairHigh school diploma, specialized training or certifications in auto painting
Work EnvironmentAuto repair shops, collision centers, body shopsAuto repair shops, collision centers, body shops
Primary ResponsibilitiesPrepping surfaces, sanding, masking, priming, and painting vehiclesApplying paint, finishing coats, color matching, and detailing

Auto Body Prepper Painters focus on preparing vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, and priming, while Auto Body Painters specialize in applying paint and finishing touches. Both roles often work together in collision repair shops and require similar certifications, but their core tasks differ in the preparation versus painting process.

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Infographic showing various Auto Body Prepper Painter job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 5% Full Time, 91% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,281 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Auto Body Prepper/Painter - Multiple positions available

Fred Beans Family Of Dealerships

Doylestown, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 142 rated car dealerships


Job description

Auto Body Prepper/Painter - Multiple positions available

CARSTAR Collision of Doylestown needs an experienced prepper/painter to join our team. Multiple positions are available at this time.

The right Prepper / painter should have:

Previous experience prepping or painting vehicles

Experience with Sanding, masking, bagging, edging parts, wet sanding, Polishing, de Nibbing

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with low mistake count

Training can be provided to develop efficiency with paint

Company paid Paint manufacturer training

Ability to perform minor repairs

ICAR Certification a plus

Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug screen, physical, driving and background check

If you're team oriented and quality minded, this is a great opportunity for you.

Fred Beans Automotive is a veteran friendly and equal opportunity employer.


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