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Top Line Reconditioning

$20 - $25/hr

Auto Body Prep Technician (Prepper) We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Auto Body Prep ... Previous automotive body shop or paint prep experience preferred Ability to stand, bend, lift, and ...

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Moyer CDJR Mazda

Auto Body Prepper

Lebanon, PA · On-site

Automotive Body Shop Prepper At Moyer Collision Repair, we take pride in delivering high-quality work and treating our team like family. We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Paint Prepper to ...

Moyer CDJR Mazda

Auto Body Prepper

Lebanon, PA

Automotive Body Shop Prepper At Moyer Collision Repair, we take pride in delivering high-quality work and treating our team like family. We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Paint Prepper to ...

Moyer CDJR Mazda

Auto Body Prepper

Lebanon, PA

Automotive Body Shop Prepper At Moyer Collision Repair, we take pride in delivering high-quality work and treating our team like family. We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Paint Prepper to ...

Moyer CDJR Mazda

Auto Body Prepper

Lebanon, PA · On-site

Automotive Body Shop Prepper At Moyer Collision Repair, we take pride in delivering high-quality work and treating our team like family. We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Paint Prepper to ...

Bravo Cadillac

Body Shop Paint Prepper

El Paso, TX

Body Shop Paint Prepper** ** ** We are seeking a meticulous and skilled Body Shop Paint Prepper to join our dynamic automotive repair team. This role is integral to ensuring high-quality finishes on ...

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Alpha Omega Advisement LLC

Paint Prepper - Autobody Shop** ** ** We are seeking a meticulous and skilled Paint Prepper to join our team at our reputable autobody shop. As a Paint Prepper, you will play a crucial role in ...

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Lehman Industrial Coating

Body Shop Painter/Prepper

Akron, OH · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

As body shop painter/prepper you will be responsible for matching color, mixing paints/primer, actually painting pieces/parts for cars as well as prepping pieces parts for paint. * We use BASF as our ...

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Desert Auto Body

Prepper - Body Shop

North Las Vegas, NV

$600 - $1.0K/wk

Free food & snacks Prepper - Must have their own set of prepping tools. Will be required to buff and wash cars as well. At least 1 year of prepping and buffing experience is required. I-CAR ...

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LESLIE T HASKINS INC

Body Shop Paint Prepper

Wellesley, MA · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Paint Prepper - Collision Repair Shop Location: Haskins Automotive, Wellesley MA Position Type: Full-Time Reports To: Shop Manager About Us: At Haskins Automotive, we are a professional and highly ...

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How much do body shop prepper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for body shop prepper 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 Body Shop Prepper vs Auto Body Technician?

AspectBody Shop PrepperAuto Body Technician
CertificationsNone required, but certifications like I-CAR are a plusASE or I-CAR certifications often required
Work EnvironmentPreparation area, focusing on masking, sanding, and primingRepair and refinish vehicles, including dent repair and painting
Job ResponsibilitiesPrepares vehicles for repair, masking, sanding, primingPerforms repairs, panel replacement, painting, and finishing

The main difference is that a Body Shop Prepper focuses on vehicle preparation tasks like masking and sanding, while an Auto Body Technician performs actual repairs and refinishing. Prepper roles are often entry-level, supporting the repair process, whereas Technicians handle the core repair work.

What are some common challenges faced by Body Shop Preppers, and how can they be addressed?

Body Shop Preppers often face challenges such as working with tight deadlines, managing multiple repair jobs simultaneously, and ensuring surfaces are flawlessly prepared for painting. Maintaining attention to detail is crucial, as even minor imperfections can affect the final finish. Effective communication with painters and technicians helps streamline the workflow and reduce errors. Staying organized and following a consistent prep process can help overcome these challenges and contribute to a smooth-running body shop.

What are Body Shop Preppers?

Body Shop Preppers are automotive professionals responsible for preparing vehicles for painting and refinishing in auto body shops. Their duties include sanding, masking, cleaning, and priming vehicle surfaces to ensure proper paint adhesion and a smooth final finish. They work closely with painters and technicians to repair vehicles that have been damaged in accidents or require cosmetic improvements. Attention to detail and knowledge of various preparation techniques are essential skills for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Body Shop Prepper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Body Shop Prepper, you need a solid understanding of automotive refinishing techniques, surface preparation, and safety procedures, often gained through vocational training or on-the-job experience. Familiarity with sanding tools, masking equipment, spray guns, and paint mixing systems is essential. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure vehicles are properly prepared for painting, resulting in high-quality finishes and satisfied customers.
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Infographic showing various Body Shop Prepper job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 19% Physical, 13% Hybrid, and 68% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,281 per year, or $17.9 per hour.
Automotive Body Shop Prepper

Automotive Body Shop Prepper

The Faulkner Automotive Group

Lancaster, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Faulkner Automotive Group is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Body Shop Prepper to join our team at Collision Lancaster! Faulkner is a place you can establish a career and grow with the organization. While automotive experience is a plus, it is not required! We provide training to all our employees and offer continued growth opportunities for those that have excellent talent, energy, and ambition to succeed. Faulkner has won a combined 60+ Best Places to Work Awards.

Body Shop Prepper Benefits, include:

  • Top-tier benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Annual reviews and merit increases
  • Air-conditioned body shop

As a Body Shop Prepper, you will assist the painters by preparing vehicle bodies or other surfaces for painting. It is the prepper's job to clean, sand, polish, retouch, buff and degrease the surface of the vehicle. The prepper also tapes the car and applies primer to the surface, to prepare and protect it until the painters perform their job.

Body Shop Prepper Requirements

  • Valid driver's license
  • 2+ years of body shop or paint prepping experience preferred.
  • Commitment to excellent customer service.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.

About Faulkner

The Faulkner Automotive Group is a family-owned and -operated automotive group serving Central and Southeastern Pennsylvania with the best vehicles and services. Our dealership group is composed of 31 dealership locations and 23 franchises, making us one of the largest family-run dealer groups in the country.

Faulkner is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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