Metal Finisher I - 1st Shift ($20.71+ per hr)

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Since 1913, we’ve evolved from building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in a converted church to creating highly customized pumpers, aerials, tankers, and rescue units. Today, more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses are in service, designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

About the role

The Metal Finisher I position is responsible for preparing various metal truck bodies, doors, and assorted parts for paint.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all materials to be painted before and after preparation
• Smooth surfaces to be painted by sanding parts and grinding welds
• Prepare surfaces for wet-on-wet paint process
• Recognize, repair, and glaze minor defects with no assistance
• Recognize, repair, and glaze major defects with some assistance
• Repair and glaze minor dents and gouges
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
• Regular attendance required
• Perform all other assigned duties and responsibilities

Requirements

• 6 months of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience using hammer/dolly technique
• Demonstrated experience using polyester primers
• Demonstrated experience using various small and pneumatic hand tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Sense of sound and balance required
• Limb and finger dexterity required
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform twisting, turning, bending, climbing, pushing, and pulling motions
• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)—steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, vest

Work Environment

Working conditions will be inside and outside where temperatures will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold for extended periods of time. This position is regularly exposed to vibration and loud noises.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and education, starting rate $20.71 per hour
• Comprehensive benefits available from day one:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability benefits
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Stock purchase program
  • Discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships, and more)
• Job stability
• Opportunities for career growth
• Hands-on approach
• Customer-focused culture
• Teamwork-oriented environment
• Respected leadership
• People-first culture