About this role
About Asbury
Bill Estes Toyota is part of Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest franchised automotive retailers in the United States. We are redefining the traditional dealership model through innovative technologies such as Clicklane and through our commitment to our team members, guests, and partners. Our culture which is grounded in our North Star and Compass and powered by our DRIVE values, focuses on the vision of becoming the Most Guest Centric Automotive Retailer. At Asbury, we work together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests while promoting a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Based on our efforts, we have been recognized as one of the best places to work by both Newsweek and US News & World report.
Do you have a passion for repairing cars, assisting with providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? As a Body Shop Prepper, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and customers every day while earning the pay you deserve and awesome benefits! We are looking for an energetic, technically-focused Prepper who will help us redefine the car-servicing experience
The Body Shop Prepper is responsible for preparing vehicles for specified work to be performed. The Body Shop Prepper will work directly with the assistance of the Body Shop Painter.
- Wash vehicles to remove dirt, oil, grease and debris from painted surfaces
- Prepare vehicle for repair by priming and sanding vehicles parts, and or, panels for the Painter to paint
- Locate and remove imperfections on panels prior to painting
- Apply tape to protect unpainted surfaces, such as bumpers, windows, chrome trim, and other parts
- Smooth and sand unmasked surfaces removing gloss from previous paint
- As assigned assist in the mixing of paint according to manufacturer specifications
- With the supervision of the Painter tint color for proper match, produce test panels when needed to obtain industry acceptable color match
- After vehicle is painted remove masking tape and clean vehicle
- Inspect painted vehicle for quality workmanship, noting any unprimed areas, runs, sags and unprepared sections
- Prepare vehicle for customer delivery
- Other duties to be determined by management
- Maintain and wear all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator and hearing protection, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer
- Understand, keep abreast of and comply with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
- Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
- Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background and drug test)
Company Benefits:
Pay and Recognition:
- Weekly pay
- Paid holidays & paid time off
- Deferred Holiday Pay Match
- Paid training
- Stock Awards(select management and front-line team member’s eligible
Insurance / Retirement:
- Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
- Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health savings
- Flex spending accounts (tax free)
- Short-term and Long-term disability plans
- Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
- 401k with company match
Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:
- Digital career path tool to assist with career development
- Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System
Professional growth and development opportunities Additional advantages:
- Student loan relief resources
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts on parts and service repairs
- Scholarship awards
- Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours
- Aggressive Employee referral program with bonus opportunities
INDCOLLISION
Other facts
About Asbury Automotive
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), headquartered in Sandy Springs, GA, a suburb of Atlanta, is one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., with 2024 revenues over $17 billion. As of September 30, 2025, Asbury operated 175 new vehicle dealerships, consisting of 230 franchises and representing 36 domestic and foreign brands of vehicles. Asbury also operates Total Care Auto, Powered by Landcar, a leading provider of service contracts and other vehicle protection products, and 39 collision repair centers. Asbury offers an extensive range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; parts and service, which includes vehicle repair and maintenance services, replacement parts and collision repair services; and finance and insurance products, including arranging vehicle financing through third parties and aftermarket products, such as extended service contracts, guaranteed asset protection debt cancellation, and prepaid maintenance. Asbury is recognized as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024 by the Financial Times, a World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2024 & 2025 by Newsweek, and one of America’s Most Successful Small-Cap Companies by Forbes for 2026.
What you'll do
- The Body Shop Prepper is responsible for preparing vehicles for specified work, including washing, sanding, and priming parts for painting. They will also assist the Body Shop Painter and ensure quality workmanship before customer delivery.
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