Paint/Body Worker I

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 a custom ambulance manufacturer for Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 and medium-duty ambulances. At the heart of AEV is our unwavering commitment to caring for our customers and dedicated network of dealers. We are inspired by a calling to build ambulances with the highest standards of American-crafted excellence and approach every relationship with equally high standards. The welcoming spirit and warmth of our people continue long after the purchase. AEV is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

What a day in the life of a Paint/Body at AEV looks like:

• Responsible for prepping, sanding, buffing painted vehicles
• Tape and mask off nonpainted surfaces or parts around areas to be painted
• Seal body seams with epoxy seam sealer and smooth properly for final paint
• Grind, and fill with properly mixed body filler and sand to finish, all welds, dents, and gouges in exterior panels.
• Sand and shape body filler around transitions or body lines
• Spray primer on all areas where body filler was applied
• Wipe down all areas to be painted with grease and wax remover
• Sand down painted surfaces to remove orange peel texture
• Operate a buffer and understand the steps required to buff paint to a proper finish
• Will may be required to climb on vehicles and be required to wear fall protection
• Must keep the work area safe and clean to 6S standards
• Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision.

Required education, skills, and experiences to be successful:

• Preferred 1-3 year experience in automotive paint prep and body repair
• Preferred high school diploma or GED
• Ability to run dual action sanders, grinders, and miscellaneous hand tools
• Must have full knowledge of quality requirements to produce acceptable finish paint
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to learn how to mix primers and other paint products
• Ability to perform tasks within time standards and maintain quality standards
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards

Physical demands on this role:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing up and down ladders and scaffolding
• Ability to regularly lift and move 40 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to work with arms above head
• Ability to work from ladders or scaffolding
• Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area.
• Ability to wear a dust mask and/or respirator
• Ability to work in non-temperature-controlled environments
• Ability to work in 95 plus degrees temperatures for ten hours a day
• Ability to stand at a workstation for ten hours a day (Minus specific breaks)

What makes AEV unique:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits start on day one
• Military-friendly employer
• Education Reimbursement
• Career Development Opportunities
• Opportunities to relocate to other Specialty Vehicles locations

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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Terex Purpose Video Terex Careers Video Terex Early Talent Video Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in‑class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.