As a Body Shop Prepper II for Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), you'll work on all sorts of vehicles, preparing all the repaired and primed panels for a new paint job. If you love cars and find great satisfaction in removing imperfections from them, this is the place for you. Read on! Benefits You might be asking what's in it for me? Great question. Here's a taste of the benefits we offer:
- Once you're on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You'll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.
- Competitive pay.
- 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.
- Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program.
- At Cox, we believe in being transparent - please click on this link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our awesome healthcare benefits.
- 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
- Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
- Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more!
- Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
- Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
What You'll Do:
- Inspect repaired and primed auto panels for proper body repairs and primer application.
- Replacing or restoring defective panels and other car components.
- Reviewing repair orders or tracking labels.
- Mask and protect any adjacent panels from scratches or damage before final sanding.
- Prepare properly repaired and primed panels using abrasives, power tools and hand tools.
- Avoid over-sanding or under-sanding refinish panels.
- Approve the preparation of repaired and primed panels for final finish application.
- Finishing all repairs in accordance with repair order.
- Completing and submitting the completed repair documentation.
- Clean and remove all dust and other particles from the repair/refinish panels.
- Perform other duties as assigned by your manager or supervisor.
Who You Are: You've got a keen eye for detail, and no imperfection is safe from your watchful eye. Requirements include: Minimum:
- 3+ years of relevant experience (body shop and/or prepping experience; collision and/or mechanical estimating experience).
- The ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmissions.
- Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
Preferred:
- Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
- Valid Annual Respirator Fit Test documentation.
- Valid HAPS Paint Training Certification.
- 1+ years of customer service experience.
Just picture that restored ride gleaming like new. Apply today and feel the satisfaction of knowing you helped get it there!MCCOXUSD 14.42 - 21.63 per hourCompensation:Hourly base pay rate is $14.42 - $21.63/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.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, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
About Cox AutomotiveAt 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!
About CoxCox 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.