Firetruck Painter

Sutphen Corporation, founded in 1890, is a manufacturer of Emergency Fire Apparatus. The oldest continuously family owned and operated fire apparatus manufacturer in the country.

With a mission to build the safest, most reliable fire apparatus in the world, Sutphen has manufactured emergency fire apparatus for fire departments all over the country.

OurUrbana, Ohio location is expanding our workforce, and We are looking for a talentedFiretruck Painter/Detailer to contribute to the production and customization of our emergency vehicles. The ideal candidate will have experience in automotive painting and detailing, with a focus on precision and quality.

Was it a dream of yours as a little tike, to be a firefighter? Do you like putting things together, building things with your hands? If you answered yes, well, how about building Firetrucks?

Qualifications

Primary paint touch-up, defect correction, and general detailing of automotive-quality finish

• Position Responsibilities
  •    Paint touch-up and defect correction
  •    Painting responsibilities (caulking, touch up, paint prep. work and general painting)
  •    General assembly work as needed
  •    All workmanship to comply with established company standards
   
  Required Skills and Experience
  •    Ability to correct deficiencies in finish painted surfaces
  •    Ability to do light body work and metal prep
  •    Ability to do masking and prep. for painting
  •    Ability to do finish paint work
  •    Experience in safely operating power tools (buffers, sanders, etc.)
  •    Detail oriented with a drive for quality work output
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  Physical Demands and Work Environment
  •    Ability to lift up to 100lb.
  •    Constantly alternating standing and walking 
  •    Repeated and sustained grip with moderate force and torque
  •    May stand, stoop, bend, kneel, or lay on creeper while painting
  •    Must be able to safely use step ladders or truck installed climbing systems to gain access to upper areas of trucks