Paint Sprayer

Tru Talent; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension

Working benefits

Job summary

Tru Talent is seeking a skilled Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician for an automotive body shop in the United Kingdom. The role requires extensive hands-on experience in vehicle painting and confidence with water-based paints.

You will prepare vehicles, mix paints, spray, and ensure top-quality finishes in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have City & Guilds or ATA accreditation, a stable car-painting background, and stay current with repair techniques.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce high-quality paint spraying from start to finish as a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter.
• Experience with water-based paints
• Stable work history in a car painting environment
• City & Guilds qualification or equivalent ATA accreditation
• Strong up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, and priming surfaces
• Mix paint to match colours and apply using spray guns
• Ensure smooth, even paint application without runs, sags, or imperfections
• Perform touch-ups and finish work as required
• Maintain and clean all painting equipment and keep a tidy workspace
• Adhere to all safety and environmental regulations
• Inspect finished work to ensure it meets industry standards and customer expectations
• Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow and deliver high-quality results

Skills

Paint Spraying

Water-based paints

Car painting

Stable work history

Education

City & Guilds qualification or ATA accreditation

Job description

Extras:33days holiday, pension and working benefits

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced

Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter. You'll be confident with water-based paints and bring extensive hands-on experience within a vehicle painting environment.

Key Responsibilities of a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter:

• Prepare vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, and priming surfaces


• Mix paint to match colours and apply using spray guns


• Ensure smooth, even paint application without runs, sags, or imperfections


• Perform touch-ups and finish work as required


• Maintain and clean all painting equipment and keep a tidy workspace


• Adhere to all safety and environmental regulations


• Inspect finished work to ensure it meets industry standards and customer expectations


• Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow and deliver high-quality results

Essential Skills and Qualifications for a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter:

• Proven ability to produce high-quality paint spraying from start to finish as a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter


• Experience with water-based paints


• Stable work history in a car painting environment


• City & Guilds qualification or equivalent ATA accreditation


• Strong up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques