Paint Prep Technician
At Singer Vehicle Design, we believe Everything is Important. That’s why every nut, bolt, stitch, and finish matters when we restore and reimagine Porsche 911s into some of the most beautiful and respected cars in the world. We’re looking for a Paint Prep Technician to bring their passion, precision, and problem-solving skills to our team in Torrance, CA.
About the role
You will carry out paint preparation work to the absolute highest standards on our Singer luxury vehicles in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”
Responsibilities
- File, grind, mask, prep, and sand to precise standards
- Apply primer and conduct quality assurance inspections and revisions prior to advanced paint application
- Clean and inspect vehicles for any flaws or imperfections prior to painting
- Prep vehicles for paint application and ensure quality assurance to precise company standards
- Properly fill depressions with body filler and ensure a quality repair
- Carefully and accurately mask any areas that are not meant to be painted
- Use hammers/dollies to fix minor metalwork
- File, grind, and sand repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools
- Replace bolts on panels and align properly
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in paint preparation for high-end luxury automobiles, hot rods, or restoration shops
- Experience with painting and prepping custom or restored automobiles
- Experience filing, sanding, and grinding different materials such as steel, carbon-fiber/composite, and/or fiberglass to provide an impeccable surface in preparation for paint application on custom automobiles
- Experience prepping and painting different materials including steel and composites
- Ability to perform quality assurance to precise company standards
- Experience using various hand and power tools and equipment
- High attention to detail, adherence to high standards, and ability to work well in a dedicated team environment where “Everything is Important”
- Team-oriented with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to meet multiple deadlines
Schedule
This is an onsite position in Torrance, CA with a schedule of Monday – Friday, 1:45pm–10:15pm, with potential for overtime. This shift is eligible for a $1.50/hr shift differential on top of the hourly rate.
Pay
The starting pay range for this position is $26.00 - $38.00 per hour plus bonus. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Benefits
Health & Wellness
- 80% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and family
- Tax-free savings options via HSA and FSA, including employer HSA contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage
Time Off & Flexibility
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 13 paid holidays annually, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
Financial Benefits
- Annual bonus plan
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual merit increases following performance reviews (when eligible)
- Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Perks & Extras
- Free snacks (monthly snack stipend at our mini-mart)
- “Working Advantage” employee discount program for travel, entertainment, amusement parks, and more
- Tools provided for technicians
- Team events and company gatherings throughout the year
- Employee-led clubs based on interest: books, movies, and (of course) cars
- Access to exclusive Singer-branded merch
Growth & Development
- Annual performance reviews to provide feedback and aid employee development
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Access to Singer's learning platform (Singer Learn) containing over 115,000 courses on a wide variety of topics (coming soon)
- Transparent leadership communication through quarterly town halls