Isando - Spraypainter

Synergy Careers; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service company in Kempton Park seeks an experienced candidate for maintenance duties. You’ll operate body shop equipment safely and ensure high-quality finishes on various vehicles. Ideal candidates have a Grade N2 qualification and 5+ years of maintenance experience. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, mixing paints, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you're skilled in this field, apply now to join a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of general maintenance experience.
• Code 8 Driver's license required.
• Knowledge and experience with various vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate and use body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Remove rust and dirt from surfaces.
• Mask parts not to be painted.
• Fill cavities and dents with putty.
• Mix paint according to specifications.
• Inspect painted units for quality.

Skills

General maintenance experience

Knowledge of vehicles, trailers and commercial vehicles

Safe equipment operation

Education

Grade N2 or higher technical qualification

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS / BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

Grade N2, preferably N3 or higher technical qualification
Five years plus general maintenance experience essential
Code 8 Drivers license
Knowledge / experience for all vehicles, trailers and commercial vehicles (New and Old)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates and uses all body shop equipment properly and safely.
• Removes rust from metal, and grease and dirt from work surface.
• Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated.
• Fills cavities and dents with putty to attain smooth surface.
• Mixes paint according to specifications.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color.
• Paints surface using sprayer or brush as appropriate.
• Inspects painted units for quality of workmanship, noting any runs, sags and unpainted areas.
• Maintains tools and keeps equipment clean and in a proper state of repair.
• Keeps work area clean.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists others.