Auto Body Shop Prepper Tech role - Hueneme CA Immediate contract assignment

Job Title: Automotive Body Shop Prepper Technician Company: Nationwide Auto Services Location: Port Hueneme, CA (Navy Base Project) Type: Full-Time, Temporary Contract (Minimum One Month, Potential Extension to many months or even years) Compensation: $28–$30 or MORE per hour, with travel and hotel expenses covered for qualified out-of-area hires About Nationwide Auto Services Nationwide Auto Services is a vehicle services provider supporting automotive preparation and refinishing operations. Through this project at the Navy base in Port Hueneme, California, the company is seeking skilled technicians to help prepare vehicle surfaces for painting and refinishing. About the Role As an Automotive Body Shop Prepper Technician, you will support vehicle surface preparation and refinishing operations at the Navy base in Port Hueneme, CA. You will be responsible for preparing vehicles for painting by sanding, scuffing, feather-edging, cleaning, and masking surfaces to help ensure quality finishes. This is a temporary contract opportunity with an ASAP start, multiple openings, and the potential for an extension beyond the initial one-month period. Key Responsibilities Sand, scuff, and feather-edge vehicle surfaces in preparation for painting. Clean and mask vehicle surfaces to ensure they are ready for refinishing. Inspect prepared surfaces for scratches, pinholes, sanding marks, and contamination. Operate DA/orbital sanders, masking tools, and other body shop equipment. Work closely with painters, body technicians, and quality personnel to support efficient production. Follow safe work practices and maintain attention to detail throughout the preparation process. Requirements Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in automotive body shop preparation or related vehicle refinishing work. Hands-on experience sanding, masking, cleaning, and preparing vehicles for paint. Valid driver's license and clean background record. Ability to pass the Navy base 5512 background check. Dependability, attention to detail, and commitment to safe work practices. Collision repair, paint preparation, or vehicle reconditioning experience preferred. Experience using DA/orbital sanders and working in production-oriented body shop operations preferred. What We Offer Hourly pay of $28–$30 or MORE, based on experience. Monday–Friday schedule with first- or second-shift availability. Temporary contract assignment of at least one month, with potential extension to many months or even many years! Travel and hotel expenses covered for qualified out-of-area candidates from anywhere in the United States. Multiple openings, with an ASAP start. Opportunity to contribute to vehicle preparation and refinishing operations on a Navy base project.