Metal Finish Painter I – Prep & Rough-In

About the role

The Oshkosh Corporation Vocational segment is building a new team in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. As part of our People First Culture, you’ll be empowered to take ownership, develop your career, and make a real impact while working with purpose-built refuse trucks, front-discharge mixer trucks, fire apparatus, ARFF trucks, service vehicles, and command trucks designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble truck components as assigned.
• Grind and sand surfaces of parts, cabs, and truck bodies in preparation for painting.
• Prepare components for the painting process using basic hand tools.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure work meets established standards.
• Safely lift and position light to heavy truck components on and off carts and hangers.
• Hang and remove parts from paint line systems as required.
• Assist team members with lifting and positioning components onto carts or hangers.
• Push and pull carts to transport equipment and parts to and from designated areas.
• Assist with sanding, caulking, and taping of truck components prior to painting.
• Accurately record inventory of parts moving in and out of the paint department.
• Use a computer system to locate and track parts.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrate understanding of different truck components and required tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including sweeping, cleaning, and painting as needed.
• Review and complete daily production and work documentation.
• Work overtime as required to meet production demands.
• Operate a materials cart or forklift to transport truck components to and from designated areas.

Requirements

• General knowledge of hand tools and a basic knowledge of sanding.
• Willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Six (6) or more months of experience in manufacturing or an evaluated equivalent.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.

Working Conditions

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, or temperature fluctuations. The role may require standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, lifting items up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, climbing, or using tools and equipment. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required. Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability benefits.
• 401(k) plan with Company Match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• Stock Purchase Program.
• Discount Programs (Hotels, Travel, Entertainment, Gym Membership and more).
• NEW Paid Parental Leave (effective January 1, 2026): two consecutive calendar weeks at 60% of regular pay for birth, adoption, or placement of a child for adoption; available to birth and non-birth parents, including domestic partners; eligibility begins after 30 days of continuous employment for team members working 30+ hours per week.

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and education; minimum starting rate of $21.32 per hour. Paid weekly.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, four 10-hour days (6:00 am – 4:30 pm).