Auto Body Paint Prepper
Plainfield, IN · On-site
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Plainfield, IN · On-site
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Town Of Tonawanda, NY · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
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Auto Body Paint Prepper
Town Of Tonawanda, NY · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork ... Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...
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Auto Body Paint Prepper
Buffalo, NY · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...
Autobody Paint Preparation Technician
Mount Holly, NJ · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
Are you a highly motivated and reliable Paint Prepper? Are you looking for a collision repair ... HS Diploma or GED, Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred * Ability to effectively ...
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Autobody Paint Preparation Technician
Mount Holly, NJ · On-site
$22 - $26/hr
Are you a highly motivated and reliable Paint Prepper? Are you looking for a collision repair ... HS Diploma or GED, Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred * Ability to effectively ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...
Auto Body Paint Prepper
Akron, NY · On-site
$17 - $19/hr
As an Entry-level Auto Body Repair Technician, you'll be expected to prep vehicles for paint , including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing. At Carvana, you'll ...
Collision Painter Prepper - Hiring Now Chevy Chase Automotive | Collision Center Chevy Chase ... Basic knowledge of tools and materials used in auto body repair What We Offer: * Competitive pay ...
Collision Painter Prepper - Hiring Now Chevy Chase Automotive | Collision Center Chevy Chase ... Basic knowledge of tools and materials used in auto body repair What We Offer: * Competitive pay ...
Collision Painter Prepper - Hiring Now Chevy Chase Automotive | Collision Center Chevy Chase ... Basic knowledge of tools and materials used in auto body repair What We Offer: * Competitive pay ...
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Paint prepper
Bethesda, MD · On-site
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Paint prepper
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Collision Painter Prepper - Hiring Now Chevy Chase Automotive | Collision Center Chevy Chase ... Basic knowledge of tools and materials used in auto body repair What We Offer: * Competitive pay ...
Paint prepper
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Collision Painter Prepper - Hiring Now Chevy Chase Automotive | Collision Center Chevy Chase ... Basic knowledge of tools and materials used in auto body repair What We Offer: * Competitive pay ...
Paint prepper
Bethesda, MD · On-site
Collision Painter Prepper - Hiring Now Chevy Chase Automotive | Collision Center Chevy Chase ... Basic knowledge of tools and materials used in auto body repair What We Offer: * Competitive pay ...
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
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Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Autobody Paint Preparation Technician
Manchester, CT · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
Are you a highly motivated and reliable Paint Prepper? Are you looking for a collision repair ... HS Diploma or GED, Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred * Ability to effectively ...
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Autobody Paint Preparation Technician
Manchester, CT · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
Are you a highly motivated and reliable Paint Prepper? Are you looking for a collision repair ... HS Diploma or GED, Auto Body Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred * Ability to effectively ...
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Previous experience as a paint prepper, auto body prep technician, or similar collision repair role preferred. * Knowledge of automotive paint preparation techniques and refinishing processes.
Automotive Paint Prepper Classic Collision is now hiring an Autobody Paint Prepper. Classic Collision was established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia with one single goal: To offer quality service to its ...
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Paint Prepper
Schenectady, NY · On-site
$20 - $27/hr
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Auto Paint Prepper to join our team. In this role ... Previous experience in auto body prep or related field preferred * Knowledge of sanding, masking ...
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Paint Prepper
Schenectady, NY · On-site
$20 - $27/hr
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Auto Paint Prepper to join our team. In this role ... Previous experience in auto body prep or related field preferred * Knowledge of sanding, masking ...
Automotive Paint Prepper Classic Collision is now hiring an Autobody Paint Prepper. Classic Collision was established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia with one single goal: To offer quality service to its ...
Automotive Paint Prepper Classic Collision is now hiring an Autobody Paint Prepper. Classic Collision was established in 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia with one single goal: To offer quality service to its ...
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How much do weekend auto body paint prepper jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend auto body paint 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 Weekend Auto Body Paint Prepper vs Weekend Auto Body Painter?
| Aspect | Weekend Auto Body Paint Prepper | Weekend Auto Body Painter |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Prepares vehicle surfaces for painting, including sanding, masking, and priming | Applies paint and finishes to vehicles after prep work |
| Required Skills | Surface preparation, masking, sanding, attention to detail | Painting techniques, color matching, finishing skills |
| Certifications | Auto body prep certifications, OSHA safety training | Auto body painting certifications, safety training |
| Work Environment | Auto repair shops, collision centers, garages | Auto repair shops, collision centers, garages |
Both roles are essential in auto body repair, with the prepper focusing on surface preparation and the painter applying the final paint. While their skills overlap, the prepper prepares the vehicle for painting, and the painter completes the finishing touches. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right role or training path in the auto body industry.
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Part-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 6 days ago
Carvana rating
6.8
Based on 267 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
179th of 716 rated retailers
Job description
We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive painting 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 a Painter, you'll be expected to prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
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
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:
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:
General qualifications and requirements
About CarvanaAt 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.
As a Painter, you'll be expected to prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
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 CarvanaAt 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.
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