Paint Prepper

At Body by Cochran, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and top-quality repairs to every customer who walks through our doors. As a family-owned organization, we are customer-focused and committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous growth. Our collision centers thrive by promoting from within and providing every employee with the opportunity to build a long, rewarding career. We also utilize a new AI tool, a cutting-edge platform that uses AI-powered virtual estimates and automated communication tools to enhance the customer experience and streamline our workflow. This technology allows customers to submit photos and receive estimates from the comfort of their home, while our team stays organized and responsive with centralized messaging and automated follow-ups.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• On-the-job training and professional development
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• A positive, team-oriented work environment
• Access to advanced tools like the new AI tool to simplify your work and improve customer satisfaction

The Automotive Paint Prepper is responsible for preparing vehicles and parts for the paint

process. This position focuses strictly on surface preparation to ensure vehicles are ready for

refinishing by the Paint Technician. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and

committed to producing high-quality prep work

• Review repair orders and coordinate with body technicians and painters
• Wash and clean vehicles prior to refinishing
• Sand repaired areas and adjacent panels for proper paint adhesion
• Feather-edge, prime, and block sand repaired surfaces
• Mask vehicles and parts to protect areas not being painted
• Apply seam sealers and corrosion protection as needed
• Clean panels with proper solvents and tack cloths before painting
• Maintain a clean and organized prep area
• Follow all safety and environmental regulations
• Assist with moving vehicles in and out of the prep and paint areas