Fire Apparatus Painter I: Craft & Finish Vehicles

Rosenbauer Group; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosenbauer Minnesota - Wyoming, MN is seeking a Paint Prep Technician to prepare fire apparatus for painting by sanding, grinding, waxing, greasing, and applying body filler, ensuring specs are met and tools are maintained.

You will inspect for flaws, dents, and paint defects, assist with finishing, detailing, and delivery prep, and coordinate with Production and Quality to meet appearance standards and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Strong mechanical and technical ability required.
• Associate degree in autobody preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in autobody preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation and Paint Support: Prepare fire apparatus for paint by sanding, grinding, applying body filler, masking components, and performing other surface preparation activities. Follow established specifications and work instructions to ensure vehicles are properly prepared for paint application.
• Vehicle Finishing, Detailing, and Delivery Preparation: Clean, polish, wax, and detail vehicle surfaces to enhance appearance and support final delivery requirements. Perform interior and exterior cleaning, detailing, touch-up, and presentation activities to ensure apparatus meet Rosenbauer appearance standards and customer expectations. Prepare completed apparatus for customer inspections, demonstrations, deliveries, trade shows, and other events by verifying cleanliness, presentation quality, and readiness. Install required accessories and components, including pump intake and discharge caps, adapters, nozzles, and other delivery items as directed.
• Quality Inspection and Defect Identification: Inspect apparatus for flaws, dents, imperfections, paint defects, missing components, incomplete work, and other quality concerns. Compare completed work to specifications and communicate findings to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Production and Quality Support: Collaborate with Production, Paint, and Quality teams to identify, communicate, and resolve cosmetic and quality-related concerns. Support rework activities and final appearance improvements as needed to meet company and customer expectations.
• Tools, Equipment, and Supply Maintenance: Maintain departmental tools, detailing equipment, materials, and supplies in proper working condition. Ensure work areas remain organized, clean, and adequately stocked to support daily operations.
• Facility and Customer Presentation Standards: Maintain wash bay, showroom, and assigned work areas in a clean, organized, and professional condition. Support customer-facing activities by ensuring facilities and apparatus consistently reflect Rosenbauer quality standards.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required to support departmental objectives and organizational needs. Maintain flexibility and adaptability to address changing production priorities and customer requirements.

Skills

Language

Math

Computer

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree autobody

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grinders

Air buffer/sander

Air blowers

Job description

Rosenbauer Minnesota - Wyoming, MN is seeking a Paint Prep Technician to prepare fire apparatus for painting by sanding, grinding, waxing, greasing, and applying body filler, ensuring specs are met and tools are maintained.

You will inspect for flaws, dents, and paint defects, assist with finishing, detailing, and delivery prep, and coordinate with Production and Quality to meet appearance standards and customer expectations.