Demo

Auto Body Prepper and Taper Technician (Flag) -$2,500 New Hire Bonus

Cox Automotive Inc.
Grove, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026
Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Prepare vehicles and panels for paint work using DA orbital sanders and other preparation tools.
  • Sand and feather-edge repaired areas to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality.
  • Assist with masking, taping, and protecting vehicles prior to entering the paint booth.
  • Assist with loading and staging vehicles in paint booths as needed.
  • Serve as a backup for the Buffing Technician when necessary.
  • Perform minor body repairs, including chip fill and surface defect corrections.
  • Follow repair orders accurately and complete assigned work within established production timelines.
  • Assist with parts management and organization to manage Aged units and Flow.
  • Maintain high-quality workmanship by adhering to company standards, SOPs, and OEM guidelines.
  • Conduct quality control inspections to ensure repairs meet appearance and quality expectations.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Properly maintain tools, equipment, and workstations.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, estimators, painters, and team members regarding repair status and concerns.
  • Follow all shop safety practices, OSHA regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.
  • Assist with parts handling, buffing, detailing, and other body shop-related duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an automotive body shop environment as a Paint Prepper and Masking Technician.
  • Experience using orbital DA sanders and related preparation equipment.
  • Knowledge of vehicle parts removal and installation.
  • Experience with paint preparation and paint correction, masking, painting support, and buffing processes.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

SMCOX

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets

Salary.com Estimation for Auto Body Prepper and Taper Technician (Flag) -$2,500 New Hire Bonus in Grove, OH
$51,092 to $66,495
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Auto Body Prepper and Taper Technician (Flag) -$2,500 New Hire Bonus?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Auto Body Prepper and Taper Technician (Flag) -$2,500 New Hire Bonus career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$49,707 - $66,695
Income Estimation: 
$62,239 - $76,399
Income Estimation: 
$56,866 - $72,428
Income Estimation: 
$49,707 - $66,695
Income Estimation: 
$62,239 - $76,399
Income Estimation: 
$56,866 - $72,428
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Cox Automotive Inc.

  • Cox Automotive Inc. Joplin, MO
  • **This is a regional position. Preference will go to applicants living in territory of Kansas City, MO, Eastern Kansas, or Western Missouri.** The best sal... more
  • Just Posted

  • Cox Automotive Inc. Wilmington, NC
  • This position is responsible for the safe moving, staging, and parking of vehicles on Auction property, driving vehicles to and from Auction lots and custo... more
  • Just Posted

  • Cox Automotive Inc. Alexandria, LA
  • The Mobile Inspector functions as a key member of the Manheim Mobile Inspections team, responsible for conducting on-site vehicle condition inspections for... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • Cox Automotive Inc. Jenison, MI
  • *** If you have any questions or to connect with a recruiter while your application is being reviewed, please Text DFS3 to 317-597-8130 *** **** EOE, inclu... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Auto Body Prepper and Taper Technician (Flag) -$2,500 New Hire Bonus jobs in the Grove, OH area that may be a better fit.

  • Cox Enterprises Grove, OH
  • Auto Body Repair Technician (Flag). The Auto Body Paint Prepper & Sander is responsible for preparing vehicles for the refinishing process by performing sa... more
  • 21 Days Ago

  • K-ceps Auto Body Granville, OH
  • Excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-minded professional to become part of our team! K-ceps Auto Body, Central Ohio's leader in Certified Collisi... more
  • 17 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!