Paint Technician

The Vella Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Training

Pension & life cover

Enhanced parental pay

Perkbox discounts

MediCash healthcare

Childcare vouchers

Job summary

The Vella Group in Coventry is seeking a skilled Paint Technician to join our expanding accident repair team. You will perform prep and spray painting in our spray booths to high standards, maintain tools, and work within safety guidelines to deliver quality finishes.

Ideally IMI/ATA qualified with bodyshop experience and a collaborative mindset. We offer 42.5 hours/week, 33 days holiday including bank holidays, pension, private healthcare options, and access to Perkbox discounts.

Qualifications

• IMI/ATA qualified Paint Technician with strong Bodyshop experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preparation and spray painting to agreed methods in a spray booth.
• Maintain and clean spray guns.
• Operate spray booths ensuring correct pressure and temperature per manufacturer guidelines.
• Observe safety precautions around petrol and fuel systems.
• Ensure air intakes are clear and filters are changed as required.
• Wear PPE and dispose of paint and waste correctly.

Skills

IMI/ATA qualified Paint Technician

Bodyshop experience

Team-player

Customer service

Job description

The Vella Group is a well-established accident repair specialist with over 30 years of experience, helping people get their vehicles back on the road after an accident. We pride ourselves on providing a quality service which has resulted in our success and growth.

As a recognised industry leader, The Vella Group currently operate 20 sites with ambition to grow ever further in the future. Now is an exciting time to join as we embark on a journey of expansion and innovation within the industry!

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A PAINT TECHNICIAN:

• Carry out preparation/ spray painting operations to the agreed method and of a high standard. All paint spraying to be carried out in a spray booth.
• Maintain and clean spray guns.
• Operate the spray booths to ensure the correct pressure and temperature is used within manufacturer’s methods and guidance.
• Make sure that all safety precautions regarding petrol are in place (if engine is removed all fuel pipes are clamped, all fuel lines are intact, fuel tank is no more than one quarter full as a maximum and remove filler caps before operating oven).
• Ensure that air intakes are not obstructed and that all filters are changed as required to meet negative pressure requirements.
• Wear the correct PPE including gloves, eye protection and air fed breathing apparatus when mixing and spraying.
• Dispose of all paint, lacquer, thinners and general waste correctly.

ABOUT YOU:

• Ideally, you will be an IMI/ATA qualified Paint Technician with strong Bodyshop experience.
• You have a strong work ethic to provide the best quality service.
• You are a team-player.
• You will have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
• You are committed to delivering an excellent customer service.
• Ideally, you will hold a full UK driving license.

BENEFITS FOR A PAINT TECHNICIAN:

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Internal and external training
• Pension scheme and death in service insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Perkbox - Access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and rewards
• MediCash - Free healthcare scheme
• Childcare vouchers or workplace nursery benefit

42.5 hours per week - Monday-Friday (8.5 hour shifts)