Paint/Body Worker I

REV Group, Inc.•South El Monte, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1975, Leader has been exactly that: a leader in emergency vehicle manufacturing. We are a Southern California-based ambulance company that combines a strong work ethic with an unwavering commitment to safety and quality. The result is a range of Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 ambulances full of innovative features that can improve the safety and effectiveness of the crew. Leader Ambulance 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. Perform all paint prep and body work to prepare vehicles for final paint. Prepare vehicles for paint by functions such as sanding, light body work, taping, and chemical washing items to achieve a quality painting surface. Occasionally perform heavier body work as required by production. Complete all phases of repairing holes, major dents, and other general body work functions, buffing and polishing to obtain an acceptable quality of the finished product.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English
Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards
Ability to recognize the quality expected and be able to reproduce it
Ability to run dual-action sanders, grinders, and miscellaneous hand tools
Ability to spray primers with an air paint system
Must be able to retain information taught with regard to chemicals and related items, and the proper usage of the same
Able to learn how to mix primers and other paint products
Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards

Nice To Haves

Bodyworker III: 3 to 5+ years’ experience in Paint Prep
Bodyworker II: 1 to 3 years of experience in Paint Prep
Bodyworker C: 0 to 1 year experience in Paint Prep

Responsibilities

Seal all seams and prepare all products properly
Wipe down all areas to be painted with a degreaser solvent
Sand and scuff areas on vehicles that may have prior paint defects
Grinding all welds and filling with body filler
Mask off edges and areas where paint is not required
Take tape and paper off the vehicle after it is painted and dried
Fill any dents and gouges in metal
Air file, mix sand, and apply body filler to the finished surface
Clean and maintain equipment and paint guns as required
Use of chemicals safely according to established criteria
Fiberglass laminations for repair or production as required
Meet all QA and QC standards for each task
Function with minimal amount of supervision
Close attention to detail
Meet all QA and QC standards for each task.
Promote the use and applications of Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement tools as part of the culture.
Be compliant with the rules of conduct and attendance per company policy
Required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.