Top 7 Paint Jobs in Sumner Ia

Buffer
Life Line Emergency Vehicles —Sumner, IA
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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- $16 - $18 an hour
- 8 hour shift
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- Overtime
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Senior level
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Revolution Concrete Mixers —Waverly, IA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Temporary
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- Warehouse
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United Equipment Accessories —Waverly, IA
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- High school diploma or GED

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Buffer

Life Line Emergency Vehicles -
Sumner, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Sanding tools
Automotive polishing
High school diploma or GED
Vehicle detailing polishers
Polishing

Full Job Description

Join the Team That Builds Life-Saving Vehicles

Why Life Line?

At Life Line, you won’t just build parts — you’ll help build ambulances that save lives every day. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills grow, your hard work is valued, and your contributions truly make a difference.

Position Summary

The Buffer is responsible for the preparation, finishing, and surface treatment of ambulance components and assemblies, ensuring smooth and defect-free surfaces prior to painting and final assembly. This role is essential to maintaining high-quality standards and supporting the production team in delivering durable, visually appealing, and compliant emergency vehicles. Additionally, the Buffer polishes finished ambulances to achieve a high-quality exterior appearance.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect and prepare surfaces of ambulance components for painting, including sanding, filling, and smoothing imperfections.
Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently for surface preparation tasks.
Apply primers, sealers, or other preparatory coatings as required by specifications.
Identify surface defects, inconsistencies, or damage and report or correct them per standard procedures.
Collaborate with Painters, Assemblers, and Quality Control to ensure parts meet visual and structural standards.
Polish finished ambulances to achieve a high-quality exterior appearance.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Assist with moving, staging, and organizing parts and assemblies for production workflow.
Document and communicate progress, issues, and completed work to supervisors and team leads.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in surface preparation processes, tools, and materials.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in manufacturing, automotive, or related industries preferred.
Familiarity with hand and power sanding tools, buffers, and surface preparation techniques.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work in a team environment and follow instructions precisely.
Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift components, and perform repetitive tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in emergency vehicle or custom vehicle manufacturing.
Knowledge of body filler, primers, and automotive finishing materials.
Basic understanding of production workflow and lean manufacturing principles.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Contingencies of Employment

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination
Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, if applicable to the position

Equal Opportunity Employer

Life Line is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Work Authorization:
Life Line Emergency Vehicles does not offer employment sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

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