Painter I

Ferrara; Holden (LA); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ferrara in Holden, LA is seeking a skilled Paint Finisher to apply finish paint to surfaces on manufactured fire trucks and related equipment. You will prepare surfaces, mask areas, mix paints, and operate spray equipment to apply primer and finish coats.

Candidates must read English, be able to lift up to 40 pounds, and work with hands overhead. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a stable manufacturing environment.

Formación

• Must possess a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Strong work ethic and teamwork mindset.
• Ability to climb, twist, bend and stoop.
• Must have use of hands and be able to work overhead.
• Stand, squat and grasp for long periods.
• Lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsabilidades

• Performs preparation work prior to painting, such as repairing surface defects sanding and cleaning.
• Applies masking tape or other material over parts and areas not to be coated.
• MIX paints and catalyst prior to applying, pours coating liquid into pressure pot and connects gun to air hose.
• Regulates spray width and pressure for primer or finish coat.
• Cleans spraying equipment with solvent and maintains a safe work area.
• Fills, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces to achieve smooth finish.
• May prime or paint surfaces after body repair.
• Visually inspects surfaces to ensure quality results.

Conocimientos

Reading English

Team player

Strong work ethic

Manual dexterity

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

Spray gun

Pressure pot

Power tools

Hand tools

Descripción del empleo

Ferrara/KME are premiere manufacturers of fire trucks and emergency response vehicles offering a full line of pumpers, aerials, industrial, wildland, and rescue apparatus. Working hands-on with both municipal and industrial fire departments, the Ferrara/KME team thrives on diagnosing departments' current apparatus limitations and response needs to custom design the perfect fire apparatus solution that will stand the test of time. Ferrara/KME 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.

Scope

Scope: An individual in this capacity can perform all of the functions listed below. The primary functions of this position consist of applying finish paint to the surfaces of the manufactured products such as body sides and cabs: repairing surface defects in the bodies or cabs, including the cleaning, grinding, filling and sanding of these surfaces: and applying a protective primer to these surfaces using a spray gun.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs preparation work prior to painting, such as repairing surface defects sanding and cleaning.
• Applies masking tape or other material over parts and areas that are not to be coated
• Mix paints and catalyst prior to applying, pouring coating liquid into pressure pot and connects gun to air hose.
• Regulates the width and pressure of spray according to knowledge of painting technique and compliance spraying the work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
• Cleans spraying equipment with solvent using proper personal protection and maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Cleans grease and dirt from product using various products depending on the situation.
• Fills, grinds, and sans repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Fills depressions with body filler, and may file dings to remove burrs and rough spots to attain smooth surface.
• May prime or paint surfaces after performing body repair.
• Visually examines and feels surface of work piece to achieve required results. Performs other work as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and understand English.
• Strong work ethic / Be a team player.
• Must be able to climb, twist, bend and stoop.
• Must have use of hands and be able to work over-head.
• Must be able to stand, squat, and grasp.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

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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