Collision Repair Paint Prepper

Ford Greeley, a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, is currently looking for a talented Bodyshop Paint Prepper that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility and teamwork. As a group, we aim to become the most esteemed automotive group by treating people R.I.G.H.T and creating lifetime customers! •Monday-Friday with competitive flat rate pay!•Here's why you want to work here: Competitive compensation: $18 - $25/ hour flat rate Paid training, certifications and real career growth Great people with a great culture Paid Time Off and 401k with Company match Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback) Red Wing Boot Program 1:1 Tech to PC- You'll have information at your fingertips Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More! Here's what you'll be doing: Prepare vehicle surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas that need protection during the painting process Mix only the amount of refinish products (primer, base and clear) required to cover repair/refinish area and limit waste, using paint suppliers "mix-management system" Apply primers and sealers to prepped panels prior to painting Utilize power tools effectively for surface preparation, including sanders and grinders Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of projects while adhering to quality standards Work with lead techs to keep vehicles to ensure appropriate work flow Maintain paint department area, including filter change for spray booth, sweeping, garbage, etc Cut and buff parts following the paint process Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor, i.e., may spray paint vehicles if necessary, etc. Here's what you'll need: 3 years automotive paint experience or equivalent Must be at least 18 years old with ability to work in the US High school diploma or equivalent Excellent manual dexterity skills as well as patience and an eye for detail Valid in-state driver's license with good driving record, per company standards Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (( We Hear You )) You're in for a great ride (excuse the car metaphor) We're not your standard dealership or group of dealerships and we're pretty darn proud of that. We're out to do things differently. We want to consistently change, grow, and progress. For that reason, our employees are proud of where they work. Our history is rich in the tradition of doing things differently. It began with Ken Garff himself. It continued through all of those who followed Ken and is alive and thriving today.