Body Technician- Night Shift

Rosenbauer America; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosenbauer America in Minnesota is seeking a candidate for a night shift position focused on preparing fire apparatus cabs for paint. Responsibilities include inspecting cabs, applying body filler, and maintaining tools in a structured environment.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience in autobody work and manufacturing. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team committed to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in autobody preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean cab using a wax/grease remover.
• Inspect cab for defects and document in build book.
• Apply body filler to required areas and shape/sand to quality finish.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tape measure accuracy

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree in autobody

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grinders

Air buffer/sander

Job description

At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top‑of‑the‑line fire apparatus, created with state‑of‑the‑art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe.

Position Summary

This is for a night shift M‑TH, 4:30 p.m. – 2:15 a.m. The Body Shop will start the paint process on the cabs. They will prepare the cab for prime by preliminary surface cleaning, grinding, applying body filler, and shaping/sanding cab.

Essential Functions

• Clean cab using a wax/grease remover.
• Inspect cab for defects and document in build book.
• Sand area to be body filled, clean with wax and grease remover, and tape off areas needing protection from excess filler.
• Apply body filler to required areas with a plastic spreader.
• Remove excess filler and shape/sand body filler to a quality finish.
• Maintain tools and work area.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the organization and our members.

Tools To Be Utilized

Hand tools, power tools, grinders, air buffer/sander, D/A sander, air‑file, and air blowers.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Associate degree in autobody preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in autobody preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills

• Able to read and work from blueprints/spec books.
• Able to read and understand a tape measure accurately.
• Able to follow written and verbal directions.
• Able to communicate effectively and professionally in a team environment.

Math

• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Computer

• Able to perform simple computer tasks to obtain information/changes related to the build process.

Abilities

• Able to identify quality issues, recognize changes within the production process, and adjust as needed.
• Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.
• Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.

Other Qualifications

Driving license, own vehicle, ability to work evenings and/or weekends occasionally, overtime as needed to meet the needs of the department, local travel, overnight travel, prolonged periods travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with federal employment laws. All applicants are notified of their rights. Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor applies.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screening.