Paint/Body Worker I (Automotive)

Specialty Vehicles Orlando; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Vehicles Orlando, part of Terex Corporation, seeks an experienced painter to apply sub-coatings and finish coatings on ambulance bodies in a Florida plant. You will mix products, inspect surfaces for color and gloss, and ensure consistent high quality finishes across solid and metallic variants.

The role requires strict adherence to safety, 5S standards, and production schedules. Candidates should be able to follow detailed shop orders, train others as needed, and maintain clean,

Qualifications

• Two years automotive paint application experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend simple instructions in English.
• Ability to follow shop orders and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Apply sub-coatings and finish coatings to all metal components and finished products.
• Mix coatings according to specifications and inspect painted materials for quality.
• Follow all procedures for a durable paint finish and maintain spray equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Teamwork

Job description

Specialty Vehicles Orlando is the manufacturer of two industry-leading ambulance brands that build Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, and medium-duty models: Road Rescue & Wheeled Coach. With a legacy and passion to deliver mission-critical durability, our ambulances are born to perform under the most demanding conditions—and built to be as unbreakable as the spirit of those we serve. Our proud, devoted team takes tremendous pride in the vehicles we build and the first responders who use them every day. Specialty Vehicles Orlando 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.

Primary Functions

Apply sub-coatings and finish coatings to all metal components and finished products. Perform all painting requirements from individual parts to complete vehicle paint applications in both solid and metallic colors. Mix products according to specifications, inspect painted materials for proper surface condition and preparation, and repair as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and carry out verbal and written directions in English.
• Maintain close attention to detail.
• Work with minimal or no supervision.
• Set work priorities to meet scheduled production goals.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Meet departmental safety standards.
• Meet minimum 5S standards.
• Mix coatings with thinner and catalyst using color mixture equipment.
• Apply coatings using various spray equipment to meet coverage and gloss standards.
• Correct application errors in all coating types.
• Paint parts to required quality standards.
• Clean and inspect parts prior to painting.
• Follow all procedures required for a quality, durable paint finish.
• Mix and spray all paint products used in the process.
• Maintain spray equipment in operational condition (excluding repairs).
• Follow hazardous waste disposal and fire prevention procedures.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and organized.
• Assist in training other painters in production and quality standards.
• Comply with company rules of conduct and attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure hazardous waste is placed in proper containers.
• Keep satellite and storage waste containers closed except when adding or removing waste.
• Maintain familiarity with the Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
• Know spill response procedures and evacuation routes.

Qualifications and Training

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, correspondence, and memos in English.
• Ability to understand verbal instructions presented in English.
• Ability to read English and metric tape measures and use measuring devices.
• Ability to perform work within acceptable quality and time standards.
• Ability to recognize and consistently reproduce expected quality standards.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Ability to operate dual-action sanders, grinders, and other hand tools.
• Ability to spray primers using an air paint system.
• Ability to read and interpret shop orders to determine required paint colors.
• Ability to assess proper surface conditions for paint acceptance and prepare surfaces as needed.
• Full knowledge of quality requirements for acceptable finish paint.
• Ability to spray an entire vehicle body to acceptable quality standards.
• Ability to retain and apply information related to chemicals and proper usage.
• Ability to learn and perform paint and primer mixing procedures.
• General knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Hazardous Materials Handling Operations training with annual refresher training.
• Hazardous waste training within six months of assuming the position.
• Annual hazardous waste training review every 12 months thereafter.
• Supervision until hazardous waste training is completed.
• Training includes: Minimum 30 minutes of classroom instruction.
• Additional on-the-job training as needed.
• Familiarization with responsibilities outlined in the Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.

Physical Demands

• Regularly stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently walk throughout the work area.
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Work from squatting, kneeling, and bending positions.
• Work with arms overhead.
• Work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Stand at a workstation for up to 10 hours per day, excluding scheduled breaks.
• Perform all operations within established quality and time standards.
• Safely use hand tools, air tools, power tools, and machinery.
• Operate and understand all required safety equipment.
• Possess close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous waste.
• Work in temperatures up to 105°F for periods exceeding 10 hours per day.
• Work in noisy and dusty conditions.

Work Environment

• Regularly work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Work environment has elevated noise levels.

Experience Requirements

• Two (2) years of automotive paint application experience (Akzo Nobel/Sikkens preferred).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety glasses or prescription safety glasses with side shields.
• Face shield.
• Ear plugs.
• Work gloves.
• Protective disposable suit, as required.
• Respirator when working with hazardous materials.
• Fall protection equipment.
• Hard hat.
• Steel-toe shoes.

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.