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Paint Prep Technician
Location: High Point NC
Schedule: Monday–Thursday 6:30am-5pm, Overtime Friday 6:30am to 3 pm
Employment Type: Full-Time
 Pay: Based on Experience- Bi-Weekly via direct depositÂ
Bonus: Bi-Weekly Productivity & Performance Bonus
About the Role
Mickey Truck Bodies is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Paint Prep Technician to join our Truck and Trailer Manufacturing team in High Point NC. This position plays a critical role in preparing truck bodies and components for painting and refinishing in a fast-paced manufacturing and fleet service environment. If you take pride in quality workmanship and enjoy hands-on work, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare truck bodies, panels, and components for painting by sanding, grinding, cleaning, masking, and taping
- Remove rust, old paint, grease, and surface contaminants
- Perform minor body filler work and surface smoothing as needed
- Wash, wipe down, and solvent-clean surfaces prior to paint application
- Mask and protect areas not to be painted
- Assist painters by staging parts and materials
- Inspect prepared surfaces for defects and correct issues before painting
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Properly use and maintain tools, equipment, and PPE
- Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous experience in paint prep, autobody, manufacturing, or industrial finishing preferred
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and sanding equipment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Willingness to learn and grow within the role
Work Environment
- Manufacturing and repair shop environment
- Exposure to noise, fumes, insulation materials, metal dust, and moving machinery
- Temperature variations depending on season
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven production setting
Benefits
- Bi-Weekly Productivity and Performance Bonus
- Paid Vacation Time
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (employee cost share)
- Wellness Plan with Incentives
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance with AD&D
- 401(k) with Company Match
Mickey Truck Bodies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mickey Truck Bodies and Subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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