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Mills Automotive Group

Auto Body Paint Prepper

Baxter, MN · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

This position is involved in all aspects of the vehicle preparation process before a vehicle that has been in our shop for auto body repair goes to the paint department. Qualified candidates must ...

Mills Automotive Group

Auto Body Paint Prepper

Baxter, MN · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Candidates must be passionate about working in the Auto Body industry! The primary duties of this position are: * Sanding and masking automotive panels in preparation for painting. * Color sanding ...

Chevy Chase Acura

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 ...

Chevy Chase Acura

Paint prepper

Bethesda, MD

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 ...

Chevy Chase Acura

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 ...

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As of Sep 13, 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?

AspectWeekend Auto Body Paint PrepperWeekend Auto Body Painter
Primary RolePrepares vehicle surfaces for painting, including sanding, masking, and primingApplies paint and finishes to vehicles after prep work
Required SkillsSurface preparation, masking, sanding, attention to detailPainting techniques, color matching, finishing skills
CertificationsAuto body prep certifications, OSHA safety trainingAuto body painting certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentAuto repair shops, collision centers, garagesAuto 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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Infographic showing various Weekend Auto Body Paint Prepper job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,281 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Auto Body Paint Prepper

Pocasset, MA

WENZELS AUTO BODY INC
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$20 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Description

Are you looking for a company you can grow with? We are looking for a career focused individual to join our team and help us to provide exceptional care to our customers. A career at Wenzel's Auto Body will provide you with the opportunity to work with leaders in the Automotive industry, while receiving highly competitive benefits. Must be punctual, have a great attitude, hard worker and willing to learn. Duties will include but will not be limited to:


Cleaning and Prepping new & repaired panels for paint

Sanding

Masking

Spraying Primer

Assisting team members with various tasks

Buffing


Willing to train the right candidate - some experience is preferred.

Pay will be based on experience. Full benefits package available which includes:

Paid Holidays (10) including your birthday

Paid time off - up to 20 days PTO

Health Insurance/Dental

401K

1/2 Day Fridays (Inquire about this) Once a month

And more


This a great opportunity with growth potential. It is up to you. Please apply if interested. 


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