Apprentice Vehicle Damage Painter – Learn Hands-On & Grow

Apprenticeship Central Ltd; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Apprenticeship Central are recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician to join a supportive bodyshop team in Coventry. This role offers hands-on training, a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification, and no prior experience is required.

You will learn to prepare panels, mix and apply paints, colour-match, and refinish vehicle surfaces while working Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00, over 36 months with paid apprenticeship wages starting at £8 per hour.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Interest in vehicles and practical, hands-on work.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle panels and surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and masking.
• Mix and apply primers, basecoats, topcoats, and clear coats to manufacturer specifications.
• Accurately colour-match paints using approved systems and techniques.
• Carry out refinishing on panels, wheels, and bodywork as required.
• Identify and correct paint defects such as runs or contamination.
• Use spray booths and drying/curing equipment including UV/IR systems.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods and health and safety procedures.

Skills

Hands-on

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Interest in cars

Education

GCSE English (Grade 4/C)

GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C)

Job description

Apprenticeship Central are recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician to join a supportive bodyshop team in Coventry. This role offers hands-on training, a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification, and no prior experience is required.

You will learn to prepare panels, mix and apply paints, colour-match, and refinish vehicle surfaces while working Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00, over 36 months with paid apprenticeship wages starting at £8 per hour.