Paint Preparer — Auto Body Shop

Job overview

The Paint Preparer role is onsite in Summit, NJ, full time, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Compensation is $25 per hour. Douglas Body Shop’s collision team prepares vehicles for high-quality repairs and finishes. The preparer readies repaired and primed panels for refinishing and supports painters so vehicles move efficiently through the shop. Careful surface preparation, masking, cleaning, and safe work practices help protect vehicle finishes and maintain workflow.

What you'll do

• Sand and block repaired and primed panels
• mask and protect adjacent surfaces
• clean surfaces before painting
• communicate progress or issues to painters
• assist with light disassembly and reassembly as needed
• maintain tools and work area
• follow safety procedures and use PPE.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

paint preparer

summit nj

douglas body shop

auto body

collision repair

vehicle refinishing

surface preparation

masking

full-time

monday–friday

8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

$25 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and HRA coverage
• 401(k) available on day one
• paid holidays, personal time, and vacation.

Why this role

Previous paint-prep, detailing, or auto-body experience is a plus, and the employer is willing to train the right candidate. Requires a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

About the employer

Douglas Body Shop is hiring for this role. Industry: Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.