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Paint Prep Technician

3/7/2026

The Paint Prep Technician is responsible for sanding, prepping, taping, bagging, and priming vehicles to ensure surfaces are smooth and ready for paint application. This role involves working on large vehicles and collaborating with the team to meet production deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

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About The Company

Since 1975, the Preston Automotive Group has been proud to start from the Eastern Shore and has grown to serve customers nationwide, offering the very best in both sales and service. It all began for us with Ford, and we have grown to represent Hyundai, Mazda, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Nissan, Chevrolet, Lincoln, and Toyota, along with our wide variety of used cars, trucks, and SUVs. We continue to look for ways to better serve our communities and began Preston Cares to assist with our outreach. In 1984, the Frog was born and continues to be our mascot. We are proud to say that Preston Automotive Group is the Destination Dealership for Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. Preston Automotive Group is made up of 18 dealership locations and 11 brands. We also offer two Quick Lane locations, Auto Express Tire & Rental, and Millsboro Automart. Our collision centers include Preston Autobody, Cambridge Autobody, Snow Hill Autobody, Preston Autobody of Wilmington, and Preston Autobody of Dover.

About the Role

Description

Paint Prep Technician

Join our dynamic, fast-paced and growing automotive repair shop as an experienced Paint Technician. We are seeking a skilled professional who is passionate about vehicle preparation and painting, with a focus on quality and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for technicians looking to advance their careers in a high-production environment, with potential growth into painting roles.

Key Responsibilities:

- Sand and prep vehicles for painting, ensuring surfaces are smooth and ready for primer and paint application

- Tape and bag vehicles to protect areas not being painted

- Prepare and prime vehicles as part of the painting process

- Work on large vehicles, demonstrating the ability to handle diverse and challenging projects

- Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines in a fast-paced environment

- Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety standards

Skills and Qualifications:

- Minimum of 1+ year of experience in vehicle prep, taping, bagging, and priming

- Ability to work on large vehicles with precision and attention to detail

- Previous painting experience is a plus but not required

- Strong work ethic and ability to work efficiently under pressure

- Flexibility to work extra hours as needed

- Ambition to develop into a painter role is preferred

- Excellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude

We foster a supportive and growth-oriented culture, offering competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements (flat rate or hourly based on experience), and potential sign-on bonuses for qualified candidates. If you are a motivated technician eager to expand your skills and contribute to a busy, high-quality shop, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Minimum of 1+ year experience, this is not an entry level position.

Ability to work on larger vehicles such as F550's, utility bodies & work on ladders and similar as needed.

Ability to prep and prime vehicles with minimal direction or teaching. Primer time mandatory.

Ambition to become a painter is a plus, as you will have the opportunity as we expand & grow.

Paint experience is not required but is a plus. You will gain additional experience through gun & booth time.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines.

Must be a team player and willing to learn from fellow professionals/teammates.

Key Skills

Vehicle PrepTapingBaggingPrimingPaintingDetailingEfficiencyQuality FocusLarge Vehicle HandlingTeam CollaborationDeadline AdherenceSafety StandardsWork EthicFlexibilityCommunication Skills