RSD PAINT - Night Body Prepper 1
Rosenbauer America Group
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Job summary
Rosenbauer America Group in Lyons Township, SD is seeking a Body Prepper to prepare firefighting trucks for painting. You will sand, grind, wax, grease, and apply body filler, inspect for flaws and ensure adherence to the spec book. You’ll maintain tools and keep a clean workspace.
The role requires durability, attention to detail, ability to read blueprints and follow instructions, and a team-oriented mindset to support production deadlines and safety policies.
Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED.
- Strong mechanical and technical ability required.
- Associates degree in autobody preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in autobody preferred.
- Manufacturing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Compare and review spec books and follow guidelines to best prepare the body.
- Be efficient in tools/equipment to sand, grind, and apply body filler to the apparatus to prepare for paint.
- Performs both steps of buffing the apparatus to smooth, shine, and polish the body.
- Caulk interior departments.
- Inspects for flaws, dents, or imperfections on the truck’s body.
- Maintains a clean and organized workspace.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the organization and our members.
Skills
Education
Job description
At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe. If you have what it takes and want to be part of our always growing Rosenbauer family, we want to hear from you!
At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe. If you have what it takes and want to be part of our always growing Rosenbauer family, we want to hear from you!
The Body Prepper will prepare the truck for painting by sanding, grinding, waxing, greasing, and applying body fillers. They must inspect the truck for flaws, dents, or imperfections and compare them to the spec book to ensure standards are met. They will be expected to maintain the condition and quality of your tools.
- Compare and review spec books and follow guidelines to best prepare the body.
- Be efficient in tools/equipment to sand, grind, and apply body filler to the apparatus to prepare for paint.
- Performs both steps of buffing the apparatus to smooth, shine, and polish the body.
- Caulk interior departments.
- Inspects for flaws, dents, or imperfections on the truck’s body.
- Maintains a clean and organized workspace.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the organization and our members.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’s): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- High school diploma/GED.
- Strong mechanical and technical ability required.
- Associates degree in autobody preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in autobody preferred.
- Manufacturing experience preferred.
- Able to read and work from blueprints/spec books.
- Able to read and understand a tape measure accurately.
- Able to follow written and verbal directions.
- Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Able to identify quality issues, recognize changes within the production process, and adjust as needed.
- Able to perform simple computer tasks to obtain information/changes related to the build process and/or troubleshoot.
- Able to identify quality issues and recognize changes within the production process and make adjustments.
- Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.
- Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
- Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.
Driving- license
Driving- Own Vehicle
Hours of work- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends occasionally
x
Overtime as needed to meet the needs of the department.
Travel- Local
Travel- Overnight
Travel- Prolonged Periods
1-10
x
11-20
x
21-35
x
35-50
x
51-75
x
76-100
x
100+
x
Color Vision
Close Vision
Peripheral Vision
Long Distance Vision
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Talking or hearing
Feeling
Climb/Balance
Kneel/Crouch/Squat
Bending/Twisting
Reaching upward or outward
Bending neck side-to-side or front-to-back
Typing
Pinching/finger manipulation
Grasping/turning the wrist
Taste/Smell
Laying Down
Wet Humid Conditions (non-weather)
Humid conditions (weather-related)
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts
Work in High Precarious Places
Fumes or Airborne Particles
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals
Outdoor Weather Conditions
Extreme Cold (non-weather)
Extreme Heat (weather-related) summer months
Risk of Electrical Shock
Work with Explosive Materials
Vibration
Moderate Noise: (Examples office with printers, phones, and light traffic
Loud Noise: (Examples: Metal Manufacturing, Construction sites
Very Loud Noise: (Examples: Jack Hammer Work
Safety boots
Safety Glasses
Cut resistant Gloves
Respirator
Face Shield
Equal Opportunity Employer/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.
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