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Serpentini Automotive Group

Body Shop Paint Prepper

Serpentini Automotive Group, Willoughby Hills, Ohio, United States

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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.