Paint Prep Technician

Are you an aspiring paint technician who is looking to join one of the top companies within the transportation manufacturing industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have trade school experience in industrial or automotive painting?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work on-site with our customer in Kanona, NY. Interested? 

Here's what you'd do:

The Body Prep Technician is responsible for preparing rail vehicle bodies and components for liquid paint application. This role includes performing body filling, sanding, surface preparation, masking, and ensuring all surfaces meet quality standards prior to painting. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail and experience working with industrial coatings or transportation equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Surface Preparation

• Perform body filling, smoothing, and shaping using appropriate fillers and materials.
• Sand, grind, and feather-edge surfaces to achieve required smoothness and contour.
• Clean, degrease, and prepare metal and composite surfaces to ensure proper paint adhesion.
• Inspect surfaces for defects, corrosion, or imperfections and correct them prior to paint.

Pre Paint Preparation

• Mask, cover, or remove components as needed to protect non painted areas.
• Ensure all work areas, tools, and materials meet cleanliness and readiness standards before painting begins.

Quality & Compliance

• Follow all technical specifications, work instructions, and quality standards for rail vehicle finishing.
• Conduct visual and tactile inspections to verify surface preparation quality.
• Document work performed and communicate defects or discrepancies to supervisors.

Tools & Equipment

• Use sanding blocks, grinders, DA sanders, and other bodywork tools safely and effectively.
• Mix and body filler, putty, and compounds according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintain equipment and report any issues or maintenance needs.

Safety

• Adhere to all safety protocols, including PPE requirements, ventilation practices, and materials handling guidelines.
• Follow OSHA, environmental, and company safety policies.
• Participate in safety training and contribute to a clean, organized work environment.

Here's what you'll get:

• Pay: $18.25/hour to start, with an opportunity to increase to $22/hour upon passing the company-provided training and certification
• Hours: M-F, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM
• Opportunity for optional overtime on weekdays
• Opportunity to grow within the company
• Length: Contract to direct
• 401(k), direct deposit, and medical and dental insurance
• Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and empower yourself (and others)

Sound like a good fit? 

TODAY 

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Trade school diploma in a painting-related field
• Experience in industrial, rail, or automotive paint prep with large parts (sanding, masking, body filler, etc.)
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.
• Certification in industrial coatings or auto body repair is a plus.

Additional Information:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 
• Required bending, kneeling, walking, and standing for long periods of time
• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to obtain a respirator certification through the company
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

After you , you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.