Paint/Body Worker I

Additional Locations: Requisition ID: 27701

About the role

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.

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
• 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

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
• Education and Experience:
  • 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
• Other Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40#’s without assistance
  • Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling, or bending positions
  • Ability to work with arms above the head
  • Ability to work from ladd