Prep Technician
On-Site · Full-Time
LMB Painting Services is hiring a Prep Technician to handle the surface preparation and site protection work that makes a paint job last. Great prep is the difference between a job that looks good for a year and one that looks good for a decade — this role is for someone who takes pride in getting that foundation right.
Responsibilities
- Scrape, sand, and feather peeling or failing paint on interior and exterior surfaces
- Patch drywall, fill nail holes, and repair minor wood damage
- Caulk gaps, joints, and trim before priming and painting
- Mask windows, trim, floors, fixtures, and landscaping ahead of the paint crew
- Pressure wash exteriors and prep substrates for primer
- Apply primers and stain blockers as directed by the crew lead
Requirements
- Prior prep, carpentry, drywall, or painting experience preferred
- Patient, methodical approach with a strong attention to detail
- Comfortable with ladders, lifts, and working at heights
- Able to lift and carry equipment and 5-gallon paint buckets throughout the day
- Reliable transportation to job sites within our service area
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus