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Masking Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

Auto Body Prepper

Beaverton, OR

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Rigger

Umatilla, OR · On-site

$69.15/hr

Must be able to see with limited visibility as when using welding masks, and have normal depth perception. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside the powerhouse. Indoor work ...

Must be able to see with limited visibility as when using welding masks, and have normal depth perception. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside the powerhouse. Indoor work ...

Auto Body Prepper

Gresham, OR

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Manufacturing Technician

Bend, OR · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Usually includes gloves, face mask, safety glasses, lab coat. Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6am to 4:30pm. The ideal candidate wiil have: * High School Diploma required; AA degree or equivalent ...

Cosmetic Repair Inspector

Wood Village, OR · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Duties may also include prepping vehicles for paint , sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks - including ...

Duties may also include prepping vehicles for paint , sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks - including ...

Duties may also include prepping vehicles for paint , sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks - including ...

Duties may also include prepping vehicles for paint , sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks - including ...

Cosmetic Repair Inspector

Wood Village, OR · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Duties may also include prepping vehicles for paint , sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks - including ...

Duties may also include prepping vehicles for paint , sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks - including ...

Photoshop Tutor

Portland, OR · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of Adobe Photoshop tools including layers, masks, selections, color correction, retouching, compositing, filters, brushes, typography, and file format management for print and digital ...

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How much do masking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for masking in Oregon is $17.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.25 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in masking, and why are they important?

To excel as a Masking Technician, you should have keen attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a solid understanding of surface preparation and masking techniques, often backed by experience in manufacturing or automotive settings. Familiarity with masking tapes, films, specialized cutters, and sometimes spray booth equipment is important, and OSHA safety certifications can be beneficial. Effective time management, teamwork, and the ability to follow technical instructions closely are valuable soft skills in this role. Mastery of these abilities ensures precise work that meets industry standards and protects surfaces during finishing processes.

What are common challenges masking technicians face and how can they overcome them?

Masking Technicians often encounter challenges like ensuring precise coverage on intricate parts, working with tight production deadlines, and minimizing errors that could lead to costly rework. Overcoming these obstacles typically involves developing strong organizational habits, staying current with best practices in masking materials and techniques, and maintaining clear communication with painters and quality control teams. Many employers provide on-the-job training, but being proactive about practice and attention to detail will help you adapt quickly. Collaborating closely with other technicians and production staff is also key to identifying potential issues early and maintaining workflow efficiency.

What is a masking?

A Masking job involves covering or protecting specific areas of an object or surface before a process like painting, coating, or sandblasting. This ensures that only the intended areas are exposed while others remain untouched. Masking is commonly used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, where precision and quality control are essential. Techniques include using tapes, films, stencils, or liquid masking agents depending on the application.

What job categories do people searching Masking jobs in Oregon look for?

The top searched job categories for Masking jobs in Oregon are:

Infographic showing various Masking job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 5% Contract, 2% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,172 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Auto Body Prepper

Carvana

Gresham, OR • On-site

Part-time

Posted 28 days ago


Carvana rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 278 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

142nd of 733 rated retailers


Job description

We're looking for Auto Body Preppers with a minimum of 6 months of professional automotive prepping experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.
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 and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you're joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.


Other perks of the Job

  • 100% company-paid healthcare premiums
  • Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
  • ASE and tool reimbursement programs
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

Schedule:

We do everything we can to deliver an exceptional customer experience, and that includes delivering great vehicles when expected. If we're in a pinch, mandatory overtime is one way in which we can follow-through on this commitment to our customers. We're looking for team players who are all in on our mission and are able to work mandatory overtime based on our business needs.


How To Get Started
Join the Carvana team by applying on this page, or call one of our recruiters by phone at (888) 690-7853, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9AM to 7PM ET).


Not a match for this role?
We have a variety of paint roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see other roles available to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:

  • Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing
  • Entry-Level Painter (min 1 year professional experience): prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
  • Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint color and use water-based paint to paint the vehicle inside our paint booths
  • Experienced Painter (min 5 years professional experience): painting (base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats), blending adjacent panels, and paint correcting vehicles.

We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:

  • Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
  • Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
  • Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles

General qualifications and requirements

  • Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
  • Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
  • An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
  • Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment

About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren't car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won't sell a car to a customer that we wouldn't sell to our own Mom. Period.
To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we've built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.
Think you've got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!
Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.


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About Carvana

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At Carvana, we sell cars, but we're not salespeople. Since 2013, we've been making it our mission to change the way people buy cars. We saw a huge problem with how much it can suck to buy a car the traditional way, so we committed ourselves to tackling one of the largest, yet-to-be-disrupted markets in the world - the $1T per year U.S. car market (yes, that's $Trillion with a "T").

Industry

Automobile dealers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US

Year founded

2011