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Lewis Collision Center is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Paint Prepper to join our collision repair team. If you take pride in doing quality work, enjoy working with your hands, and want to be part of a professional collision center with a strong team environment, we want to hear from you.

As a Paint Prepper, you will prepare vehicles and parts for the painting process while helping our body and paint technicians maintain an efficient workflow.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare vehicles and parts for paint and refinishing.
• Sand, scuff, feather-edge, and prepare repaired surfaces.
• Perform masking and taping of vehicles and components.
• Clean and degrease surfaces before refinishing.
• Apply primers, sealers, and other approved materials as directed.
• Assist painters with mixing and preparing materials when needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Properly care for and maintain tools and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and manufacturer recommendations.
• Inspect work to ensure surfaces are properly prepared before entering the paint booth.
• Work efficiently while maintaining Lewis Collision Center's quality standards.
• Assist other members of the collision repair team as needed.

• Previous automotive collision or paint preparation experience preferred.
• Automotive body or paint experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production environment.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop your skills.
• Ability to safely use sanding tools, masking equipment, and other shop equipment.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

At Lewis Automotive Group, we believe good people deserve a great place to work. You'll be joining an established, growing company with a professional work environment and a team that takes pride in the work we do.

You'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Consistent work in a growing collision center
• Professional, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to learn and develop your collision repair skills
• Modern equipment and facilities
• Employee wellness center and gym
• Sauna, pickleball courts, and basketball court
• Opportunities for advancement within Lewis Automotive Group
• Employee benefits package

We are looking for someone who wants more than just a job. We want a team member who takes pride in their work, cares about quality, and wants to grow with Lewis Automotive Group.

If you're ready to put your skills to work with a company that values its employees, apply today and join the Lewis Collision Center team!

Lewis Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to safely operate basic automotive and paint-preparation tools and equipment.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, reach, and work in a shop environment for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move parts and materials as required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to follow all company, OSHA, and safety procedures.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an automotive collision repair or body shop environment.
• Previous experience as a Paint Prepper, Body Technician, Painter's Helper, or similar position.
• Experience with sanding, feather-edging, masking, priming, and surface preparation.
• Familiarity with automotive refinishing products and procedures.
• Experience using DA sanders, grinders, masking equipment, and other collision repair tools.
• Basic understanding of automotive paint and refinishing processes.
• I-CAR or other collision repair training is a plus.
• Ability to identify surface imperfections and properly prepare repairs for refinishing.