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Paint Buffer

Rosenbauer South Dakota, LLC
Lyons, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 1/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paint Buffer position at Rosenbauer South Dakota, LLC?

ROSENBAUER STATEMENT

At Rosenbauer we pride ourselves on providing top-of-the-line fire apparatus, created with state-of-the-art technology for more than 150 years because when lives are at stake anything less is unacceptable. As the world’s largest manufacturer of fire equipment, we make sure our vehicles, production teams, and service personnel are ready to do what is necessary to keep communities safe. If you have what it takes and want to be part of our always growing Rosenbauer family, we want to hear from you!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Paint Buffer Technician will buff and polish the paint of the fire apparatus. The Paint Buffer Technician will be responsible for removing masking tape, paint runs, and other compounds on the body of the fire apparatus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

All employees are required to support Rosenbauer’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs of Rosenbauer.

  1. Read spec book to verify information on what the unit receives
  2. Clean and remove all masking tape for the fire truck apparatus.
  3. Dry and Wet sand the paint on the body of the fire apparatus.
  4. Scrape any paint runs.
  5. Buff and polish paint of the fire apparatus to meet a high visual standard.
  6. Wipe down trucks and remove compounds as needed to make the fire truck ready for customer inspection.
  7. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management to meet the needs of the organization and our members.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’s): The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

K

Knowledge, Education, and/or Experience:

  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Strong mechanical and technical ability required.
  • Associates degree in autobody preferred.
  • 2 years of experience in autobody preferred.
  • Manufacturing experience preferred.

S

Skills:

Language:

  • Able to read and work from blueprints/spec books.
  • Able to read and understand a tape measure accurately.
  • Able to follow written and verbal directions.

Math:

  • Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

Computer:

A

Abilities:

  • Able to identify quality issues, recognize changes within the production process, and adjust as needed.
  • Able to perform simple computer tasks to obtain information/changes related to the build process and/or troubleshoot.
  • Able to identify quality issues and recognize changes within the production process and make adjustments.
  • Able to prioritize work and to multitask while adhering to deadlines.
  • Able to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
  • Able to understand and follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment for all.

Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.

If you have what it takes and want to be part of our always growing Rosenbauer family, we want to hear from you!

We offer comprehensive benefits including multiple health insurance options, HSA/FSA with employer contributions, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company match, generous PTO and paid holidays, wellness incentives, and tuition reimbursement.

EOE/Disability/Veterans

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