As a Detail / Body Shop Helper at Iron-Vac Trucks, you will assist with preparing, detailing, and supporting the body and paint department on custom septic and vacuum truck builds. This is a hands-on position involving sanding, masking, cleaning, detailing, paint prep, and assisting with final cosmetic work on medium- and heavy-duty truck builds.
This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in clean equipment and quality workmanship, and wants to grow their skills in a manufacturing and body shop environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare truck bodies, tanks, and components for paint and finishing
- Sand, grind, mask, and prep surfaces
- Assist body and paint technicians with daily shop tasks
- Wash, clean, and detail trucks for delivery
- Help maintain paint booths, shop equipment, and work areas
- Assist with polishing, touch-ups, and cosmetic finishing work
- Move materials, tools, and components throughout the shop
- Follow safety procedures and shop standards at all times
- Work closely with fabricators, assemblers, and production leads to meet build schedules
Qualifications:
Required:
- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Ability to perform physical, hands-on work throughout the day
- Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
- Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Ability to safely use basic shop tools and equipment
Preferred:
- Experience with detailing, sanding, prep work, or painting
- Experience working in a body shop, manufacturing environment, or truck shop
- Basic mechanical knowledge or shop experience
- Experience with automotive, industrial, or heavy equipment detailing
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
- Full-time, steady work
- Hands-on training for the right candidate
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-growing manufacturing company
- Supportive team environment focused on quality and craftsmanship
- Benefits as stated
Work Environment:
- Shop-based manufacturing environment
- Physical, hands-on detailing and shop support work
- Standard weekday schedule (details discussed during interview)
Iron-Vac Trucks is not a high-volume production line. We build custom vacuum and septic trucks with attention to detail and craftsmanship before they are shipped nationwide.
You’ll work with a team that values quality, accountability, and pride in the finished product. If you enjoy hands-on work and want to be part of building American-made equipment, this is the place for you.
We offer steady work, a positive shop culture, and opportunities to grow your skills as the company continues to expand.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- body work / painting: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
