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JOB SUMMARY The Paint Prepper is responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for refinishing and assisting Paint Technicians' with their work. Duties include sanding, masking, priming vehicle parts ...

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Paint Prepper

Columbus, OH · On-site

$40K - $90K/yr

Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters. * Assists painter in ...

Paint Prepper

Columbus, OH · On-site

$90K/yr

Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters. * Assists painter in ...

Paint Prepper

Columbus, OH · On-site

$40K/yr

Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters. * Assists painter in ...

Paint Crew Lead

Grove City, OH · On-site

$21.50 - $25.75/hr

Paint Crew Lead - Lead the Team and Grow Your Career Martin Painting & Coating Co. is seeking an experienced Paint Crew Lead to help coordinate commercial and industrial painting crews and support ...

Paint Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

$175K/yr

Match colors of paint following specified color charts. Responsible for communicating vehicles stage in paint process. Monitor painting operations to identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks and ...

Load and unload parts on paint line. Watch for issues with steel / parts; such as missing weld, component, pierce hole, excess oil, rust, scale, etc. Hang and remove part racks from line conveyor.

Load and unload parts on paint line. Watch for issues with steel / parts; such as missing weld, component, pierce hole, excess oil, rust, scale, etc. Hang and remove part racks from line conveyor.

Contractor Painters

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$250 - $280/day

... paint company specializing in residential and commercial painting. We have been featured as Entrepreneur Magazine's top-ranked painting company in 2018 & 2019. 360° Painting seeks local Painters to ...

Paint Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Let's paint the future together. For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. Job Purpose The Paint Operator performs dosing, grinding, batchmaking ...

Painter

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

360 Painting of Columbus is seeking dedicated Painters with 3+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial painting. Join our family-owned business and enjoy steady local work without ...

Contractor Painters

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

... paint company specializing in residential and commercial painting. We have been featured as Entrepreneur Magazine's top‐ranked painting company in 2018 & 2019. 360° Painting seeks local Painters ...

Contractor Painters

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

... paint company specializing in residential and commercial painting. We have been featured as Entrepreneur Magazine's top‐ranked painting company in 2018 & 2019. 360° Painting seeks local Painters ...

Paint Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Let's paint the future together. For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com © 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. Job Purpose The Paint Operator performs dosing, grinding, batchmaking ...

Painter

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

360 Painting of Columbus is seeking dedicated Painters with 3+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial painting. Join our family-owned business and enjoy steady local work without ...

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Paint Prepper

Carstar

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 hours ago

Posted today


Carstar rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

304th of 374 rated vehicle maintenance


Job description

JOB SUMMARY
The Paint Prepper is responsible for preparing repaired vehicles for refinishing and assisting Paint Technicians' with their work. Duties include sanding, masking, priming vehicle parts and keeping Paint Technicians aware of work progress. Must adhere to safety/OSHA guidelines and use required safety protection.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist Paint Technician by preparing vehicles and parts for painting using proper techniques, equipment and materials.
  • Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application.
  • Apply paper and masking tape to protect non-painted surfaces (windows, bumpers, trim, etc.).
  • May assist Paint Technician with blending as needed.
  • Works with paint team to keep all vehicles on schedule for on-time delivery.
  • Maintain all tools and equipment, keep workspace clean and organized.
  • Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment.
  • Ensure paint area (prep station, paint booth, etc.) and paint mix/storage rooms are clean and all refinish products are stored as directed.
  • May help with general maintenance of paint booths.
  • Help with reassembly of vehicle - replace final moldings, trim and detail pieces.
  • Utilize all required safety equipment and follow proper refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA and CARSTAR safety guidelines. Wear and use required safety equipment (respirator, eye and skin protectors), handle and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
  • Attend daily release meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS
  • Prior automotive painting and refinishing process experience required.
  • Prior paint-prep experience preferred - sanding, masking, prepping and blending.
  • High School diploma/GED preferred. Collision tech graduate preferred.
  • I-CAR or ASE refinishing certification preferred.
  • Knowledge of auto manufacturers' repair/refinishing processes.
  • Ability to receive direction and work well with others.
  • Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Essential physical requirements include:
  • Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling
  • Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping
  • Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs)
  • Standing, sitting and walking
  • Performing repetitive motions
  • Visual acuity for color matching

WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Exposure to:
  • Paint, fumes and particles
  • Dirt / Dust
  • Chemicals / Toxins
  • Varying heat / cold
  • Intermittent noise

*All duties, responsibilities and experience are subject to change by location
**This site contains postings for jobs at independently owned and operated franchises. Only the franchisee that you apply to work for is responsible for employment matters at the locations, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing, and scheduling employees. CARSTAR Franchisor SPV LLC has no control over employment matters at the location. CARSTAR Franchisor SPV LLC will not receive a copy of your employment application and it will have no involvement in any employment decisions, including whether you receive an interview for the job or whether you are hired.

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