Prepper and Painter Specialist

$36.92 per hour

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Job Summary:

Oversee and coordinate all activities in the prep and paint department. Ensure efficient

workflow, quality finishes, and adherence to safety and manufacturer standards. Act as both

supervisor and technical specialist, guiding prep technicians and painters while performing

hands-on work as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspect vehicles at each stage: sanding, masking, priming, sealing, basecoat, clearcoat,

and buffing.

Ensure all paint matches, blends, and finishes meet OEM and shop quality standards.

Maintain paint mixing systems, spray booths, and equipment; troubleshoot issues.

Monitor inventory of paint, primers, abrasives, and consumables; place orders as

needed.

Enforce PPE use, ventilation, and hazardous material handling procedures.

Communicate with estimators and production manager on repair status and any

additional work needed.

Perform hands-on prep and paint work during high-volume periods or complex repairs.

Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of waterborne and solvent-based paint systems, blending, tinting,

and color matching.

Ability to read repair estimates and identify prep/paint labor requirements.

Leadership skills: able to motivate a team, resolve conflicts, and maintain production

flow. An asset.

Fluent in English

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a shop environment

with fumes, dust, and noise.