Vehicle Paint Technician
Riverside Motor Group
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Wakefield, England
Contract type: Full time
Vehicle Paint Technician - Wakefield
Company Overview
Riverside Motor Group, established in 1982, is an independent automotive business renowned for its exceptional customer service. With a commitment to family values and community engagement, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment for both customers and colleagues across our various locations.
Summary
As a paint technician, you will play a vital role in safely delivering exceptional finish to paint jobs on vehicles, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer expectations.
Responsibilities
As an automotive painter, you will be responsible for auto body work and performing a variety of tasks to ensure flawless paint application and the creation of stunning car finishes. Your main responsibilities on the job will include:
Job Types
Company Overview
Riverside Motor Group, established in 1982, is an independent automotive business renowned for its exceptional customer service. With a commitment to family values and community engagement, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment for both customers and colleagues across our various locations.
Summary
As a paint technician, you will play a vital role in safely delivering exceptional finish to paint jobs on vehicles, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer expectations.
Responsibilities
As an automotive painter, you will be responsible for auto body work and performing a variety of tasks to ensure flawless paint application and the creation of stunning car finishes. Your main responsibilities on the job will include:
- Surface preparation
- Mixing and colour matching
- Paint application
- Finishing and polishing
- Attention to detail
- Paint defect repair
- Experience in surface prep (cleaning, sanding, masking) for paint jobs.
- Skilled in paint mixing and colour matching using colour codes and systems.
- Proficient in applying primers, base coats, and clear coats with spray equipment.
- Ability to polish, buff, and correct paint imperfections for a smooth finish.
- Familiar with repairing minor defects like chips, scratches, and dents.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and proper equipment handling.
- Team player with good communication skills and attention to detail.
- Experience maintaining tools and accurate job records.
- Willingness to learn and stay current with industry techniques.
Job Types
- Full-time, Permanent
- Bonus scheme
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- Wakefield, WF4 3HT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Paint Technician: 1 year (preferred)
- Automotive Technician: 1 year (preferred)
- In person
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