Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter's Assistant Requirements: * Auto Body experience preferred but will train the right candidate * Automotive interest and desire to develop a career in the industry
Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter's Assistant Requirements: * Auto Body experience preferred but will train the right candidate * Automotive interest and desire to develop a career in the industry
Mechanic Trainee - Detroit, MI
Detroit, MI · On-site
$24.75 - $32.75/hr
What Central Transport Offers: * Entry Level Position - Are you looking to get your career started ... Minor body work on trailers Physical Requirements: * Work is considered heavy physical work ...
Mechanic Trainee - Detroit, MI
Detroit, MI · On-site
$24.75 - $32.75/hr
What Central Transport Offers: * Entry Level Position - Are you looking to get your career started ... Minor body work on trailers Physical Requirements: * Work is considered heavy physical work ...
Mechanic Trainee
Detroit, MI · On-site
What Central Transport Offers: * Entry Level Position - Are you looking to get your career started ... Minor body work on trailers Physical Requirements: * Work is considered heavy physical work ...
Mechanic Trainee
Detroit, MI · On-site
What Central Transport Offers: * Entry Level Position - Are you looking to get your career started ... Minor body work on trailers Physical Requirements: * Work is considered heavy physical work ...
Entry Level Auto Body Prepper information
See Rochester, MI salary details
$11.51 - $14.48
4% of jobs
$14.48 - $17.46
14% of jobs
$18.45 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.46 - $20.44
22% of jobs
The median wage is $22.09 / hr.
$20.44 - $23.41
19% of jobs
$23.41 - $26.39
11% of jobs
$28.04 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$26.39 - $29.37
9% of jobs
$29.37 - $32.34
6% of jobs
$32.34 - $35.32
5% of jobs
$35.32 - $38.30
4% of jobs
$38.30 - $41.28
3% of jobs
$41.28 - $44.25
2% of jobs
$11
$25
$44
How much do entry level auto body prepper jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level auto body prepper in Rochester, MI is $25.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.37 and $29.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Entry Level Auto Body Prepper vs Auto Body Painter?
| Aspect | Entry Level Auto Body Prepper | Auto Body Painter |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Basic auto body prep and safety training | May require additional painting certifications |
| Work Environment | Auto repair shops, collision centers | Auto repair shops, collision centers |
| Primary Responsibilities | Surface cleaning, sanding, masking | Applying paint, finishing coats |
| Skills Needed | Attention to detail, manual dexterity | Color matching, spray painting skills |
Entry Level Auto Body Prepper focuses on preparing vehicle surfaces for painting, while Auto Body Painter specializes in applying paint and finishing touches. Both roles often work in collision repair shops and require similar foundational skills, but painters need additional painting techniques and color-matching expertise.
Auto Body Refinish Prepper - Painter's Assistant
Stonewall Road Automotive GroupPontiac, MI • On-site
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 3 days ago
Job description
Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter’s Assistant Requirements:
- Auto Body experience preferred but will train the right candidate
- Automotive interest and desire to develop a career in the industry
- Ability to keep up and succeed in a fast-paced working environment
Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter’s Assistant Daily Duties:
- Prep vehicles properly for paint (sand, mask, etc)
- Assist Refinish Technician in other areas as necessary
Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter’s Assistant Compensation/Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Vacation
- Comprehensive training for continued advancement
- Stable upwardly mobile employment with a growing company
- Clean Modern Fully Equipped Facility
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
About us:
Stonewall Road Automotive Group (SRAG) is looking for an experienced Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter’s Assistant
SRAG is looking for a qualified Auto Body Refinish Prepper / Painter’s Assistant to join our winning team. We are a high-performance company, looking for a high-performance candidate. We are distinguished for our quality of work in both auto painting and body repairs.
If you are hardworking and quality minded; this is an excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level. You will be a key member of our team and as part of our ambitious expansion plan in the Region; top performers will rise quickly through the organization.