Precision Vehicle Painter II

REV Group; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Horton Emergency Vehicles, part of Terex Corporation, seeks a dedicated Paint Prep Technician to prepare vehicles for paint through sanding, body work and masking. You will ensure high-quality finishes and adherence to safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

The role requires experience in automotive paint prep, attention to detail, and the ability to work with primers and protective coatings. OSHA/EPA awareness is beneficial, and a GED/HS diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in automotive paint and paint prep preferred.
• Ability to perform operations within quality and time standards.
• Ability to reproduce quality and mix primers.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for paint by sanding, light body work, taping, and chemically washing items.
• Occasionally perform body work of repairing holes, major dents and other general body work.
• Buffing and polishing to achieve finish quality.
• Seal seams and prep surfaces for painting.
• Mask edges and areas where paint is not required; apply caulking as needed.

Skills

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dual action sander

Grinders

Air paint system

Hand tools

Job description

Horton Emergency Vehicles, part of Terex Corporation, seeks a dedicated Paint Prep Technician to prepare vehicles for paint through sanding, body work and masking. You will ensure high-quality finishes and adherence to safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

The role requires experience in automotive paint prep, attention to detail, and the ability to work with primers and protective coatings. OSHA/EPA awareness is beneficial, and a GED/HS diploma is preferred.