About us

Palmer’s Customs Inc.

We are a classic and custom auto body and paint shop in Camarillo. Our shop is clean, well organized and efficient.

We are looking for a qualified and skilled Auto Paint Prepper who has at least 2 years experience with paint preparation and the ability to work at the absolute highest standards on high end classic vehicles.. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, filing, grinding, masking, prepping, and sanding to precise standards. Qualified individuals should be able to work well in a team environment, follow directions to meet deadlines and take pride in their work.

Qualifications: **Resume Required**

Essential Functions :

• Preps vehicles for paint application and ensures quality assurance to precise standards
• Properly fills depressions with body filler and ensures a quality repair
• Carefully and accurately masks any areas that are not meant to be painted
• Works with Painter to ensure production demands meets the specified production schedule
• Ensures workflow is tracked and on time
• Reports any issues, delays, and all non-conformances in production line to Painter and ensure correction in a timely manner
• Reports any material shortage/part defect to Supervisor
• Uses hammers/dollies to fix minor metalwork
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools
• Maintains proper care and organization of tools and equipment for minimum painting downtime
• Follows proper operating rules, procedures, and standardized workflow
• Works well in a team environment to ensure productivity and to meet deadlines
• Maintains a clean and productive work environment by keeping tools and supplies organized throughout the Paint Department
• Works in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work environment
• Assists other team members as necessary
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Skills/Abilities and Attributes :

• Experience using various hand and power tools and equipment
• Must possesses high attention to detail, adhere to high standards, and work well in a dedicated team environment
• Must possess a growth mindset approach to learning and be able to accept constructive feedback
• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
• Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Competitive Salary based on real experience (Starting from $22/hr)
M-F Full-Time w/Weekend Availability
Weekly Pay
OT opportunity available
Advancement opportunities

Benefits Available:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Retirement Plan with company contributions

Experienced applicants only. Please provide a list of prior auto paint prepper work experience. Prior classic car auto body experience preferred but not required. Qualified applicants will have the opportunity to expand and enhance skills while working with and learning from some of the best in the industry at our shop. If you want to be a part of a high quality auto body shop with a great team of technicians and have the motivation to work hard and improve your skills, then apply today.

Competitive Salary - depends on real experience. Please do not apply if you have less than 2 years experience in the Auto Body industry.

The position is full-time. Weekly pay.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to Relocate:

• Camarillo, CA 93012: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person