Autobody Paint Prepper / Shop Helper

Job overview

The Autobody Paint Prepper / Shop Helper role is onsite in Windham Center, ME, and pays $17–$22 per hour. Sebago Lake Collision, powered by VIVE, offers paid training and supports career development in collision repair. The shop helper prepares vehicles and parts for refinishing, assists paint technicians, and helps maintain quality, safety, and efficient repair-shop workflow.

What you'll do

• Sand, clean, mask, and prepare vehicles and replacement parts
• apply primers as directed
• assist paint technicians with refinishing
• buff and polish painted surfaces
• inspect work for defects
• request supplies
• maintain equipment and work areas
• follow OEM procedures and safety rules
• use required protective equipment
• move vehicles when applicable.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

autobody paint prepper

shop helper

collision repair

paint preparation

sanding and masking

refinishing

paid training

windham center me

sebago lake collision

vive collision

$17–$22/hr

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options starting day one, employer-paid $50,000 life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, and eight paid holidays.

Why this role

Paid training and certifications are offered, with opportunities for paint preppers to advance into painter positions.

About the employer

Sebago Lake Collision, Powered by VIVE is hiring for this role. Industry: Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.