Automotive Paint Technician

Automotive Paint Technician – Emergency Vehicles

Snyder, NE

Job Description

This role focuses on preparing, painting, and finishing emergency vehicles such as fire trucks, ambulances, and specialty units to achieve a high-quality, durable, and visually appealing finish. You will handle all stages of the paint process, from surface preparation to final inspection, ensuring every vehicle meets strict performance and appearance standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare steel and aluminum vehicle surfaces by sanding, filling, and cleaning to achieve smooth, uniform finishes.
• Mix and apply primers, base coats, and clear coats in accordance with specifications and manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform precise color matching, blending, and touch-up work to meet design and customer requirements.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects such as runs, sags, and imperfections, and correct them to maintain high-quality standards.
• Operate spray equipment and other tools safely and effectively in a paint booth environment.
• Complete basic documentation related to paint work, including recording materials used and tracking paint and supplies.
• Follow detailed specifications, color schemes, diagrams, and work orders to ensure accurate and consistent results.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper handling and storage of paints, solvents, and related materials.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of chemicals.
• Collaborate with team members in manufacturing and finishing to ensure vehicles move efficiently through the production process.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of professional experience as an automotive paint technician, preferably in vehicle manufacturing, heavy truck, or emergency apparatus such as fire trucks and ambulances.
• Strong knowledge of automotive paint systems, including primers, base coats, and clear coats.
• Proficiency in surface preparation techniques for steel and aluminum, including sanding, filling, and cleaning.
• Demonstrated ability to operate spray equipment and perform high-quality paint application.
• Experience with color matching, blending, and performing detailed touch-up work.
• Ability to identify and correct paint defects such as runs, sags, and other imperfections.
• Experience with PPG paint products (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, color schemes, diagrams, and work orders.
• Capability to complete basic documentation and track paint materials accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with painting large vehicles such as heavy trucks or specialty units.
• Comfort working with personal protective equipment, including respirators.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a production workflow.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that offers competitive compensation and a strong benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. You can take advantage of paid time off and holidays, along with practical perks such as prescription eyewear support, a boot allowance, and a uniform program. Your work directly contributes to building high-visibility emergency vehicles that play a critical role in protecting communities, giving you the opportunity to take pride in producing craftsmanship that truly makes a difference.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility where you will work primarily in a paint booth environment. You can expect regular exposure to paint fumes, dust, noise, and varying temperatures, with appropriate ventilation and controls in place. The role is physically active and requires frequent standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. You will use personal protective equipment, including respirators and other safety gear, and follow established safety procedures throughout your workday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Snyder, NE.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Snyder,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.