Skilled Vehicle Painter – Custom Finishes & Prep

Bulldog Fire Apparatus, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bulldog Fire Apparatus, Inc. is seeking a skilled Painter for our Nesquehoning, PA facility.

The role involves preparing, refinishing, and applying coatings to vehicle surfaces in line with manufacturer specifications, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. Responsibilities include operating all body and paint shop equipment safely, removing and reinstalling components, surface prep, applying coatings per guidelines, inspecting work for quality, buffing/polishing, and maintaining tools and PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bodywork and painting preferred.
• Experience with custom commercial vehicles preferred.
• PPG and/or Sikkens training is a plus.
• Must supply personal paint and body hand tools.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate all body and paint shop equipment safely and correctly.
• Remove and reinstall vehicle components and trim as needed.
• Prepare surfaces by filling, sanding, masking, and protecting surrounding areas.
• Mix and apply paint in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Inspect completed work for quality, identifying and correcting imperfections.
• Complete paint process by buffing and polishing of paint surfaces.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Wear and maintain all required PPE, including respirators.
• Comply with all safety regulations and hazardous material handling procedures.
• Support team members with vehicle repair and prep tasks as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Follow written instructions

Follow verbal instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bulldog Fire Apparatus, Inc. is seeking a skilled Painter for our Nesquehoning, PA facility.

The role involves preparing, refinishing, and applying coatings to vehicle surfaces in line with manufacturer specifications, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. Responsibilities include operating all body and paint shop equipment safely, removing and reinstalling components, surface prep, applying coatings per guidelines, inspecting work for quality, buffing/polishing, and maintaining tools and PPE.