Finisher I
Core
Perform sanding, grinding, mounting, and repair tasks on custom fire trucks and special-purpose vehicles to prepare surfaces for welding, assembly, and painting.
Role type
Manufacturing finisher (heavy equipment)
Builds
Custom fire trucks, pumpers, tankers, aerial ladders, and ARFF vehicles
Domain
Manufacturing / Heavy Equipment / Fire Safety
Required skills
sanding, grinding, surface defect identification, welding preparation, primer application, wire-brushing, buffing, forklift operation, tool organization, quality inspection
Preferred skills
continuous improvement initiatives, safety protocol adherence, teamwork, flexibility in scheduling
Technologies
sanders, grinders, forklifts, fixtures, hand and power tools, spraying equipment
Responsibilities
Sand or grind parts and bevel edges in preparation for welding; Remove sharp edges, burrs, and identify substrate defects; Inspect cabs, bodies, and component structures for defects; Correct surface defects by applying fillers, filing, or sanding; Apply primer over corrected areas; Wire-brush welds and grind excess beads; Clean and buff surfaces such as tread plate; Monitor work quality within assigned area; Follow established work standards and physical requirements including lifting up to 45 pounds.
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC
