Paint Technician

Rms; Immingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RMS is seeking skilled Paint Technicians for a 3-month fixed term contract at our Killingholme workshop. You will perform minor paint repairs using SMART techniques to ensure high standards before dispatch, under the supervision of the Workshop Manager.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in vehicle paint spraying, NVQ in Vehicle Spraying or equivalent, and a clean driving record with fewer than 6 points.

Qualifications

• Must be over 22 years old
• Valid driver’s license with fewer than 6 penalty points
• No DR10 offenses for insurance purposes
• NVQ in Vehicle Spraying or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in vehicle paint spraying
• Must pass skills test: Colour matching, paint rectification and touch up using water/solvent-based materials
• Basic understanding of health and safety and cooperate with managers to follow regulations

Responsibilities

• Prepare and carry out paint repairs
• Paint vehicles to manufacturer standards using SMART techniques
• Use materials per manufacturer instructions and minimise waste
• Remove and replace mouldings, transfers and decals
• Apply finishing materials and perform masking and sanding
• Prepare substrate for refinishing and carry out colour matching
• Carry out paint rectification and touch-up work
• Inspect paint and trim for compliance
• Maintain tools and equipment in the workshop
• Adhere to health & safety procedures at all times
• Undertake any other duties as directed

Skills

Vehicle painting experience

Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ in Vehicle Spraying or equivalent

Job description

We are thrilled to announce exciting new Fixed Term Contract positions for skilled Paint Technicians in our newly refurbished, state-of-the-art workshop. Join our team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional vehicle paint repairs, ensuring our clients receive nothing but the highest standard of service.

• Location: Killingholme
• Contract: This is a 3 month Fixed Term Contract
• Start date: ASAP Following a successful skills test
• Salary: £24.15 per hour.

About the role?

Working under the supervision and co-ordination of the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out any necessary minor paint work repairs using small, medium area repair technology (SMART) to ensure vehicles are in pristine condition prior to dispatch and that all vehicles comply with company standards and health and safety regulations.

Key responsibilities of the Role:

• To prepare and carry out any necessary paint repairs.
• To ensure that all vehicles are painted to the manufacturers required standard using appropriate repair techniques (SMART)
• To ensure materials are used within the manufacturer’s instruction and minimal usage for effective repair.
• To remove and replace / Fit protector mouldings, transfers and decals.
• To apply finishing materials, water and solvency based materials.
• To carry out masking and sanding procedures.
• To prepare substrate for refinishing
• To apply colour matching techniques and to carry out paint rectification and touch up work.
• To carry out buffering and burnishing.
• To inspect paint and trim work to ascertain recommended repair procedures.
• To maintain the upkeep of all workshop tools and equipment
• To ensure health & safety procedures are followed at all times.
• To undertake any other duties as directed commensurate with the level of the job function.

About you?

• To be successful, you must be over 22 years old, possess a valid driver’s license with fewer than 6 penalty points, and have no DR10 offenses for insurance purposes.
• The ideal candidate will have a NVQ (or equivalent) in Vehicle spraying or similar.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in vehicle paint spraying.
• The ideal candidate will be required to pass a skills test where they will be tested on Colour Matching Techniques, Paint rectification and touch up work using both Water and Solvency based materials.
• The ideal candidate will have basic understanding of health and safety and cooperate with managers to comply with Health & Safety regulations.

If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic team and ensure our vehicles are always in top condition, we want to hear from you!

RMS is an equal opportunities employer, if you have not been contacted within 7 days following your application, please accept this as you have not been successful on this occasion.