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Paint Prep

Mander Collision and Glass
Cedarburg, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026

PAINT PREP TECHNICIAN – HIGH PRODUCTION COLLISION SHOP

Collision Paint Prep Experience Required | Fast-Paced | High Earning Potential

If you live for precision, speed, and seeing flawless paint jobs roll out of the booth—this is your lane. We’re hiring an experienced Paint Prep Technician to support our high-volume, high-performance collision production team at CollisionRight.

This is not an entry-level role. We’re looking for someone who knows how to prep with purpose, move with urgency, and deliver clean, consistent results.


WHY JOIN US – COLLISIONRIGHT

At CollisionRight, we believe in more than just repairing vehicles — we’re restoring confidence, pride, and performance for every customer we serve. When you join our team, you become part of a family that values expertise, integrity, and care. We celebrate success, reward hard work, and invest in your professional development so you can grow your career—not just clock in.

What you can expect:

  • Competitive pay and bonus opportunities

  • Paid holidays, floating holidays & PTO

  • Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance

  • Company-paid life insurance

  • Supplemental insurance & disability coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid training & ongoing career development

  • A team-first culture built on respect, care & collaboration


WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Paint Prep Technician, you play a critical role in the quality, speed, and finish of every vehicle that leaves our shop. You will:

  • Thoroughly review each repair order before starting work

  • Perform all paint preparation processes

  • Prime, edge, and jam replacement parts as needed

  • Properly sand & prep new parts, blend panels, and repair surfaces

  • Featheredge and block panels for refinishing

  • Apply correct primer coats and coverage

  • Mask all panels and vehicles to minimize tapelines and overspray

  • Maintain strict compliance with OSHA safety standards

  • Properly handle hazardous waste disposal

  • Keep a clean, organized, production-ready workspace


WHAT YOU BRING

  • High School Diploma or GED required

  • Collision Paint Prep experience required

  • Strong communication & teamwork skills

  • Ability to thrive in a high-performance, fast-paced production environment

  • Excellent problem-solving skills

  • Valid Driver’s License


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to stand or sit for long periods

  • Repetitive motion and detailed hand work

  • Lift and carry 50 lbs periodically

  • Frequent kneeling, bending, squatting & stooping

  • Ability to wear a respirator & protective equipment

  • Exposure to:

    • Fumes

    • Chemicals

    • Dust

    • Noise


READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR PAINT CAREER?

If you take pride in clean prep work, thrive in production environments, and want to work with a team that recognizes your value and invests in your future—we want to meet you.

Apply today and build your future with CollisionRight.

This position description is intended to be dynamic and subject to change. Position requirements and essential functions may be altered from time to time based upon the needs of the organization and department. This position may be required to execute special projects or other related duties on occasion.

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