Ambulance Metal Prep Specialist — 3rd Shift

Life Line Emergency Vehicles, Inc.; Sumner (WA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Line Emergency Vehicles is seeking a 3rd shift Metal Prep-Painter to prepare and finish metal surfaces on ambulance components, ensuring surfaces are defect-free and ready for painting or assembly. You will work with painters, buffers, assemblers, and quality control to maintain high standards and support durable emergency vehicles.

Responsibilities include inspecting and smoothing metal surfaces, operating sanding tools and grinders, removing rust and weld spatter, and applying primers as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in metal finishing, automotive, or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Proficiency with hand and power sanding tools, grinders, and surface preparation techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare metal surfaces of ambulance components for painting or assembly, including sanding, grinding, and smoothing imperfections.
• Operate hand and power sanding tools, grinders, and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Remove rust, weld spatter, and other surface imperfections from metal parts.
• Apply primers or sealers to prepared metal surfaces as required by specifications.
• Collaborate with Painters, Buffers, Assemblers, and Quality Control to ensure surfaces meet visual and structural standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Assist with moving, staging, and organizing metal components for production workflow.
• Document and communicate progress, issues, and completed work to supervisors and team leads.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in surface preparation processes, tools, and materials.

Skills

Metal finishing experience

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand sanding tools

Power sanding tools

Grinders

Surface preparation techniques

Job description

Life Line Emergency Vehicles is seeking a 3rd shift Metal Prep-Painter to prepare and finish metal surfaces on ambulance components, ensuring surfaces are defect-free and ready for painting or assembly. You will work with painters, buffers, assemblers, and quality control to maintain high standards and support durable emergency vehicles.

Responsibilities include inspecting and smoothing metal surfaces, operating sanding tools and grinders, removing rust and weld spatter, and applying primers as