Ambulance Paint & Body Prep Technician

AEV; Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits day one

Military friendly

Education reimbursement

Career development

Relocation opportunities

Job summary

American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) is seeking a Paint/Body technician to prep, sand, and finish ambulances. You will work on Type 1–3 bodies and, with a team, ensure high-quality finishes that meet strict safety and quality standards.

A HS diploma and 1–3 years of automotive paint prep experience are preferred. Responsibilities include masking, priming, sanding, sealing seams, and operating sanders and grinders.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years automotive paint prep and body repair experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to run dual action sanders, grinders, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of quality requirements for finish paint.
• Professional communication and ability to follow directions.
• Team-oriented and able to work in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to learn how to mix primers and other paint products.
• Meet time standards while maintaining quality.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Prep, sand, buff painted vehicles.
• Tape and mask off areas around paint.
• Seal body seams with epoxy seam sealer and smooth for finish.
• Grind and fill body filler, sand welds and dents.
• Sand and shape body filler around transitions or lines.
• Spray primer on areas where body filler was applied.
• Wipe down areas with grease and wax remover.
• Sand painted surfaces to remove orange peel.
• Operate a buffer and buff paint to a proper finish.
• May climb on vehicles; wear fall protection.
• Keep work area safe and 6S compliant.
• Develop proficiency under moderate supervision.

Skills

Teamwork

Professional communication

Safety compliance

Quality finish

OSHA/EPA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dual action sander

Grinder

Hand tools

Job description

American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) is seeking a Paint/Body technician to prep, sand, and finish ambulances. You will work on Type 1–3 bodies and, with a team, ensure high-quality finishes that meet strict safety and quality standards.

A HS diploma and 1–3 years of automotive paint prep experience are preferred. Responsibilities include masking, priming, sanding, sealing seams, and operating sanders and grinders.