Collision Painter Helper

Job Summary: The Painter Prepper / Buffer prepares collision-repaired vehicles and body panels for refinishing and supports the paint department through final finish work. This role performs sanding, masking, priming, surface preparation, buffing, and related refinish operations to help achieve a high-quality paint finish. The Prepper works closely with painters and production teammates to ensure vehicles are prepared safely, accurately, and on schedule according to manufacturer and collision industry standards. Responsibilities / Essential Functions Prepare repaired panels and vehicles for refinishing through sanding, feathering, masking, and cleaning. Apply primer and perform block sanding and final surface preparation as assigned. Assist with paint application and refinish processes within demonstrated skill level. Buff and polish finished surfaces to correct minor finish imperfections and achieve deliveryready quality. Use refinish products, abrasives, compounds, and materials according to manufacturer instructions. Support color tinting and paintmaterial organization as assigned. Inspect prepared surfaces and communicate defects or additional repair needs before paint. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized paintpreparation area and follow PPE requirements.

Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of professional automotive refinish, paint preparation, or collision repair experience required. Handson experience sanding, masking, priming, and preparing automotive panels for paint required. Working knowledge of automotive refinish procedures, paints, coatings, abrasives, and finishing compounds. Experience buffing and polishing freshly painted automotive surfaces. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing a highquality finish. Manual dexterity and handeye coordination required to safely operate refinish equipment. Ability to work efficiently as part of a skilled collision repair team. Valid driver's license required.

Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days 401(k) with employer match Paid Training About Quality Collision Group LLC BE AN ORIGINAL At Quality Collision Group, our people are as unique as our approach to our industry. Our teams offer more than a job; we provide a chance to be your best, make friends, and have fun. We're passionate about repairing vehicles the right way.