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Maintenance Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

These tasks could include drywall & paint touch ups, HVAC repairs, electrical work, minor corrections to finish trades like shelving or bath accessories, clean up within units and around site and ...

Wilcox Communities

Maintenance Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

These tasks could include drywall & paint touch ups, HVAC repairs, electrical work, minor corrections to finish trades like shelving or bath accessories, clean up within units and around site and ...

Wilcox Communities

Maintenance Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

These tasks could include drywall & paint touch ups, HVAC repairs, electrical work, minor corrections to finish trades like shelving or bath accessories, clean up within units and around site and ...

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Auto Body Prepper Technician (Flag) - $2,500 New Hire Sign On Bonus

Cox Automotive

Grove City, OH • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Cox Automotive rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

99th of 151 rated financial services

Job description

Position Summary
The Auto Body Paint Prepper & Sander is responsible for preparing vehicles for the refinishing process by performing sanding, masking, minor repairs, and paint preparation activities. This position supports the paint department by ensuring vehicles are properly prepped, repaired, and ready for high-quality paint application while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
Will serve as the primary back-up for our Buffing Technician. Will fill in as needed depending on workload and business needs. During downtime, may be asked to assist with parts hanging and other shop-related Duties.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
  • Prepare vehicles and panels for paint work using DA orbital sanders and other preparation tools.
  • Sand and feather-edge repaired areas to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality.
  • Assist with masking, taping, and protecting vehicles prior to entering the paint booth.
  • Assist with loading and staging vehicles in paint booths as needed.
  • Serve as a backup for the Buffing Technician when necessary.
  • Perform minor body repairs, including chip fill and surface defect corrections.
  • Follow repair orders accurately and complete assigned work within established production timelines.
  • Assist with parts management and organization to manage Aged units and Flow.
  • Maintain high-quality workmanship by adhering to company standards, SOPs, and OEM guidelines.
  • Conduct quality control inspections to ensure repairs meet appearance and quality expectations.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Properly maintain tools, equipment, and workstations.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, estimators, painters, and team members regarding repair status and concerns.
  • Follow all shop safety practices, OSHA regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.
  • Assist with parts handling, buffing, detailing, and other body shop-related duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an automotive body shop environment as a Paint Prepper and Masking Technician.
  • Experience using orbital DA sanders and related preparation equipment.
  • Knowledge of vehicle parts removal and installation.
  • Experience with paint preparation and paint correction, masking, painting support, and buffing processes.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

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Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
EOE, including disability/vets

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At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today! Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page . Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.

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Automobile dealers and technology, communication and media

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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