Paint Technician

TeamJobs; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is looking for a Field-Based Paint Technician to contribute to the success of a major paint brand across various sectors. This role allows you to showcase your expertise in a remote capacity while providing technical guidance, conducting training sessions, and assessing paint-related issues for customers. Ideal candidates will have experience in the paint industry and possess strong communication skills for engaging diverse clients. Regular travel within the assigned territory is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the paint industry as a technician or applicator.
• Strong knowledge of application techniques and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work remotely and manage a territory efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on product selection and application techniques.
• Conduct on-site visits to assess paint-related issues.
• Deliver product training sessions to customers.
• Collaborate with the sales team for product improvement opportunities.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Skills

Paint experience within Automotive, Industrial or Military

Knowledge of paint products

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivation

Job description

Overview

Paint Technician (Remote Field-Based to cover the Blackpool, Leeds, Hull, York, Newcastle, Lake District, up to Scottish border area).

Working hours - 36.5 per week 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Thursday and 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday.

An exciting opportunity for a Field-Based Paint Technician / Technical Support to contribute to the success of a major paint brand working with Automotive, Industrial and Military clients.

This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your expertise, build relationships, and support customers in achieving outstanding paint finishes.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and expertise on product selection, application techniques, and troubleshooting to end users and distribution partners.
• Conduct on-site visits to job sites and distribution locations to assess paint-related issues, offer solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Deliver product training sessions to customers, including painters, contractors, and sales teams, to enhance their understanding of our paint products and application processes.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to identify opportunities for product improvement, new product development, and customer-specific solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, product innovations, and best practices
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, technical support provided, and product feedback to inform future decision-making processes.

Qualifications

• Paint experience within Automotive, Industrial or Military will be considered.
• Previous experience in the paint industry, preferably as a paint technician, applicator, or in a similar technical role.
• Strong knowledge of paint products, application techniques, surface preparation, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated and independent, with the ability to work remotely and manage a designated territory efficiently.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the assigned territory and occasionally attend regional/national meetings or training sessions.