Finisher I: Precision Vehicle Painter & Prep

Smeal SFA; Snyder (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Smeal SFA in Snyder, NE is seeking a Finisher I to grind welds, buff and sand surfaces, and assist in painting preparation. You will maintain paint equipment and support body work on various fire apparatus components.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, basic math and tape-measure accuracy, with overtime as needed. Training is provided to work with limited supervision after two weeks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Vocational training in body/work vehicle repair or equivalent experience.
• Experience buffing.
• Experience swirl-mark removing.
• Wet sanding experience preferred.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure to precise measurements.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain attendance within company guidelines.
• Ability to retain and apply instructions.
• Work overtime on short notice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must be detailed orientated.
• Ability to read and understand truck specification documents.
• Ability to communicate and understand in English.
• Ability to work within safety guidelines.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be able to work with little to no supervision after two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Grind welds and other areas of the vehicle as needed to prepare for painting.
• Maintain and clean paint equipment.
• Sand vehicle to prepare for painting.
• Perform buffing on basic items, i.e. smart access and smaller items.
• Use body filler and prepare area for painting.
• Use paint equipment to apply primer coat of paint.
• Complete taping and masking as needed for body work and painting.
• Caulk the exterior areas of vehicle to prepare for painting.
• Self-check work and inspect prior processes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Initiate process improvements when able.
• Work in close proximity to customer, as needed.
• Operate any equipment or tools needed to perform the job.
• Assist other team members and departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Buffing

Swirl-mark removal

Wet sanding

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English communication

Self-motivated

Overtime readiness

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Read truck specifications

Read tape measure

Work under safety guidelines

Little supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in body/work vehicle repair

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Paint equipment

Tape measure

Job description

Smeal SFA in Snyder, NE is seeking a Finisher I to grind welds, buff and sand surfaces, and assist in painting preparation. You will maintain paint equipment and support body work on various fire apparatus components.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, basic math and tape-measure accuracy, with overtime as needed. Training is provided to work with limited supervision after two weeks.