Paint Technician – Bedfordshire – £40,000

TN United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving family-owned car dealership as a Paint Technician, where your skills in spray painting and attention to detail will shine. This role involves restoring vehicles to their original glory, ensuring every panel meets factory standards. You'll work with the latest techniques and water-based paints, contributing to a high-quality finish that clients will love. If you're passionate about automotive restoration and have a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise in a supportive and award-winning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paint Sprayer or Vehicle Painter is essential.
• Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Restore vehicles to factory standards after damage.
• Select and mix colors, ensuring a flawless finish.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding and masking.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Spray Painting Techniques

Colour Matching

Water-Based Paints

Education

City & Guilds Qualification

NVQ Level Qualification

Job description

Join an independent award-winning family-owned car dealership in Bedfordshire.

Job title:

Paint Technician

Location:

Bedfordshire

Salary:

£40,000 + annual bonus of up to £2,500

Contact:

Ashley Smith
Senior Account Manager
Phone: [phone]
Email: [emailprotected]

Job Description:

We’re looking for an experienced Paint Technician with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail to restore client vehicles to factory standards after bumps, scrapes, and accidents.

What you’ll be doing

1. Ensure all necessary parts are removed before painting.
2. Sand down relevant areas, including adjoining sections for seamless blending.
3. Mask off areas not being treated.
4. Etch and prime surfaces in preparation for painting.
5. Select, match, and mix colours using the colour palette.
6. Spray paint panels or vehicle parts using various techniques to achieve a flawless, factory-standard finish.
7. Work with water-based paints.

What we’re looking for

1. Previous experience as a Paint Sprayer or Vehicle Painter.
2. Time-served and/or qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ level.
3. ATA accreditation is a bonus, but not essential.