Paint Shop Prepper

The Krause Auto Group and Krause Family Ford has been in business for over 30 years, and we contribute our longevity to our focus on both customer and employee satisfaction. Our employees are not just a number. We acknowledge and support every employee regardless of position and care for everyone individually. We love to help people grow, promote from within, and celebrate individual success stories! We offer great opportunities to grow with our company portfolio which consists of 12 brands (BMW, Mercedes, Ford, Lincoln, Hyundai, Genesis, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Rolls Royce, Koenigsegg, Mclaren, and Lotus) across 4 states (Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Florida)

Being one of the fastest growing Collision Centers in metro Atlanta, we are in need of people who are looking for a change. We stay busy due to our long history of customer service in the area along with quality repairs. We are a production shop.  We have an I-CAR trained staff. We are conveniently located at interstate 575 and Towne Lake Parkway in the heart of it all. If you are tired of being in a slow shop and not making money, apply today! 

We are now hiring for a Paint Prepper:

What we offer: 

• Free Health Insurance Option Available
• 401k Match Options Available
• HSA company match contribution
• Dental and Vision Insurance Available
• Paid Vacations, Holiday Pay, PTO pay
• Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
• Discounts on products and services
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing all assigned vehicles for the refinishing and reassembly processes and support Paint Technicians in paint jobs as required
• Complete all paint preparation processes for vehicles according to factory specification including the direction of the mentoring Paint Technician and by following the written repair order
• Assist Paint Technician by preparing spray-out panels to determine blend needs and assist in sanding and buffing to ensure the paint finish meets quality standards
• Adhere to all requirements for hazardous waste disposal
• Follow vendor procedures to maintain all tools and equipment, including maintenance of paint booth and booth filters and maintains a clean and organized workspace
• Utilize air sanders, spray guns, sanding blocks, etc. to complete quality work
• Ensure that all paint operations are complete, all masking is removed, and all prior paint-related disassembly has been reassembled prior to returning the vehicle to the body technician
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License Required
• I-CAR certification preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Successful completion of background check required