Automotive PainterPrep Technician
Lakeville, MN - USA
Job Summary
Automotive Painter/Prep Technician
Company: Apple Collision and Glass
Compensation: $
Put Your Craftsmanship to Work in a Facility Designed for Excellence
At Apple Autos were investing in the future and that starts with our people. Join our team in a brand-new state-of-the-art Collision Center designed to help you do your best work every day. Featuring modern equipment an organized workflow and a clean professional environment our facility was built with efficiency quality and employee comfort in mind.
If youre an Automotive Painter/Prep Technician who takes pride in producing exceptional results youll find more than just a job here. Youll be part of a collaborative team that values craftsmanship supports professional growth and recognizes the important role you play in delivering outstanding repairs and customer satisfaction.
Competitive pay advancement opportunities a supportive team culture and a facility built for success await.
Position Summary
The Automotive Painter / Prep Technician is responsible for preparing vehicles and vehicle components for paint assisting with the refinishing process and ensuring all work meets manufacturer and dealership quality standards. This role is essential to delivering high-quality repairs and an exceptional customer experience.
What Youll Do
- Prepare vehicle surfaces for paint application by sanding masking cleaning and priming.
- Identify and correct minor surface imperfections.
- Mix paint materials according to manufacturer specifications.
- Apply primers sealers and paint as needed.
- Buff polishand finish painted surfaces for a high-quality appearance.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of paint and prep areas.
- Follow all safety environmental and OSHA guidelines.
- Work closely with estimators body technicians and painters to ensure efficient workflow.
- Complete assigned work within established production timelines.
- Perform quality inspections before vehicles move to the next stage of production.
What Youll Bring
Required
- Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
- Ability to safely operate shop equipment and follow safety procedures
Preferred
- Automotive paint preparation experience
- Automotive painting and refinishing experience
- Collision center or body shop experience
- Knowledge of paint mixing systems primers sealers and refinishing products
- I-CAR certifications or related industry training a plus
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Regularly Required To:
- Sit stand and walk throughout the workday
- Use hands and arms to handle feel grasp or reach
- Speak and hear effectively
- Use close vision abilities for detailed work and inspections
- Operate a motor vehicle with a valid drivers license
Occasionally Required To:
- Lift carry push or move up to 50 pounds
- Stoop kneel crouch or crawl
- Work in a shop environment with exposure to paint chemicals dust and varying temperatures
- Maintain quality safety and shop cleanliness standards in accordance with OSHA requirements
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Working Hours
- Advancement Opportunities
- Apple Autos Yearly Technician Tenure Bonus
- Professional and Respectful Work Environment
- Medical Vision Dental Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account
- Company Paid Life Insurance along with Voluntary Life and Disability
- Health Club Reimbursement
- New and Used Vehicle Parts and Service Discounts
- Vacation Holiday Volunteer Time Off
- 401k with a Company Matching Contribution
- Employee Assistance programs
Why Work for Apple Autos
- We strive to make a positive impact in our world you will get the opportunity to give back.
- Internal promotions we offer our employees the opportunity to internally advance.
- We encourage teamworkpositivity and kindness.
- Learning and development programs are available.
- We empower our employees to do what is best for our customers and other employees
- Continually giving back to our employees for all of their hard work that does not go unnoticed. We offer a variety of fun events to say thank you to our most important assets our amazing employees.
EEO Statement:
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.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Apple Autos is an 7-brand, 8-location automotive company founded on the belief that people come before profit. We believe our mission statement should go furthe...