Job Summary: We are looking for a Body Shop Paint Prepper to join our growing team! The right candidate will have a background in paint prepping, sanding and taping vehicles. Must have a positive attitude in the workplace. The day-to-day duties of this role include performing quality paint applications, accurately evaluating the repair order, and arranging timely delivery of prepping the vehicle for painter to achieve maximum efficiency. Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
- Employee discounts
Responsibilities
- Promote an understanding of and strong dedication to client happiness
- Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge sufficient to properly and deftly complete painting assignments
- Align with all applicable company and legal requirements controlling vehicle repairs
- Accurately evaluate nature and extent of work described on repair order; notifying estimator if portions of work are not necessary or additional materials/work are needed
- Plan efficient work procedures using technical manuals and knowledge of surface preparations and painting techniques; arranging to obtain timely delivery of paint and necessary materials
- Perform quality paint application within timeframe and material allowances as well as according to guidelines by efficiently using appropriate/allocated tools
- Utilize protective supplies as appropriate to ensure cleanliness of vehicle
- Operate lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas
- Responsible for cleaning, sanding, and applying chemical solutions to prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting
- Mask and cover surfaces not to be painted; removing accessories such as chrome, mirrors and windshield wipers
- Mix and thin paint or other coating to specified color and consistency according to standard formulas or color charts
- Spray specified amount or thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel, onto prepared surfaces
Qualifications
- Education and/or experience in paint repair
- A high school diploma or the equivalent
- Understanding and compliance with safety rules and practices as well as posted work rules and procedures
- Positive outlook with a high-energy personality
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions
- Ability to exercise good judgment and critical thinking
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Serpentini Auto Group has proudly been serving the Greater Cleveland region for over 40 years with our 6 locations in Strongsville, Medina, Orrville, Westlake, Tallmadge, and Willoughby Hills. Customer service is at our core, and our goal is to deliver not only a stress free car buying experience, but an easy and enjoyable car-ownership experience. When you join our team, you join the Serpentini family!We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.