Paint Prepper / Paint Apprentice

Paint Prep Technician / Apprentice Painter - Rocklin

Kniesel's Collision - Rocklin
4680 Pacific St., Rocklin, CA 95677

Pay Range: $18.00 - $35.00/hour DOE

Join the Kniesel's Collision Family!

Kniesel's Collision has proudly served Northern California for over 58 years as a family-owned and operated leader in collision repair. With 13 state-of-the-art locations across El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo Counties, we're known for exceptional craftsmanship and outstanding customer service.

We are seeking a motivated Paint Prep Technician / Apprentice Painter who wants to build a long-term career in automotive refinishing. This role is ideal for candidates with previous paint prep, detailing, body shop, or other hands-on trade experience who are ready to develop into a professional Automotive Painter.

What You'll Do

• Assist painters with washing, sanding, masking, priming, and surface preparation
• Follow OEM, PPG, and Kniesel's Collision repair and refinish procedures
• Assist with paint mixing, color matching, blending, and material preparation
• Learn to operate paint equipment, spray guns, paint booths, and related tools
• Follow repair plans and work orders for quality, accuracy, and efficiency
• Perform quality checks and follow Kniesel's Quality Control standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Comply with safety, environmental, and hazardous waste regulations
• Support production flow by moving vehicles, parts, and materials as needed
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous automotive paint prep, detailing, body repair, or similar experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Experience with DA sanders, masking materials, pneumatic tools, or spray equipment preferred
• Trade school or automotive technical education is a plus
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read and understand estimates, work orders, and SOPs
• Reliable attendance and a desire to build a long-term career
• Must be able to fluently read English
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds
• Professional appearance and strong communication skills

Career Development

Build your career through hands-on training in:

• OEM-approved repair and refinishing procedures
• PPG paint systems and advanced color matching
• Blending, waterborne paint technology, and paint booth operations
• Spray gun setup, maintenance, buffing, and polishing
• Quality control and industry best practices
• I-CAR training and continuous professional development
• Advancement from Paint Prep Technician to Automotive Painter, with future leadership potential

Why Kniesel's?

• Sacramento's largest family-owned collision repair company
• Supportive, team-oriented culture focused on craftsmanship and continuous learning
• OEM-certified repair facilities with industry-leading equipment
• Over 58 years of repair excellence
• State-of-the-art repair facilities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Stable year-round workload

Our Core Values

• WOW Customer Service
• Integrity
• Humility
• Family
• The Golden Rule
• Quality

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with performance-based incentives
• Paid holidays, paid sick time, and paid personal time/PTO
• Competitive 401(k) savings program with company contribution
• Life Insurance, EAP, and Travel Assistance
• Additional Life, LTD, and AFLAC options available
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kniesel's Collision is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.