Paint Prepper

About Crash Champions

Crash Champions stands as one of the fastest expanding and most dynamic multi-shop operators in the U.S. collision repair industry. Founded in 1999 by industry expert and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert, the company manages over 650 advanced repair locations spanning 38 U.S. states. They also operate the Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand specializing in luxury electric vehicle repairs. The company culture emphasizes a 'People First' philosophy, committed to delivering outstanding collision repair services.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces for painting by eliminating grease, grime, paint remnants, and rust using tools such as abrasives, solvents, brushes, sandblasters, washing tanks, or blowtorches.
• Support the painter in pre-paint blending tasks to ensure smooth finishes.
• Collaborate with the painting team to maintain the vehicle repair schedule and ensure timely delivery.
• Apply body fillers to minor dents or scratches and smooth these areas to ready vehicles for paint application.
• Buff and wax freshly painted surfaces to complete the finishing process.
• Take apart, clean, and rebuild spray equipment and power tools, employing solvents, wire brushes, and cleaning cloths to maintain them in good condition.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience in automotive painting procedures is required.
• Holding I-CAR certifications is advantageous.
• Able to follow instructions accurately and work cooperatively with team members.
• Successful clearance of a comprehensive background check is mandatory.

Benefits and Compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Group life and disability insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan including company matching contributions.
• Referral incentive program called “Cash From Crash.”
• Five paid holidays annually.

The compensation for this position is structured on a commission/flag rate basis, guaranteed to at least meet local minimum wage requirements for all weekly hours worked. Annual pay generally ranges from $40,000 to $94,200 depending on experience, skills, certifications, and qualifications. This information may be modified by the employer in compliance with applicable laws.