MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Working in a small team, you will be responsible for undertaking correct preparation, selection of appropriate paints and materials and utilise correct spray-painting techniques for large truck bodies.
These truck bodies can include flatbed trays, gas cylinder truck body, tippers, grain bins, vehicle mounted crane trucks and more varying in sizes from 3500mm to 9200mm in length.
You will work closely with our Section Manager.SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Qualifications: ·Qualification: Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology·And/or previous experience of at least 3 years' experience as a vehicle painter – heavy vehicleExperience: Demonstrated Vehicle painting experience specialising in Heavy VehiclesFollow tight production schedulesPrepare surfaces by hand/grinder removing any imperfections to achieve desired result Undertake preparation activities ie masking areas ready for paintingAbility to colour match by mixing paint for correct application and touch up when requiredAbility to select appropriate painting techniques ie.
applying primer, topcoat, correct applicator/spray gunApplying rustproofing to vehicles Performing own quality check and to required standards including polishing/waxing of finished workMaintaining spray booths and equipment and undertaking preventative maintenanceWorking to strict workplace health and safety guidelinesSkills: Must have the ability to pass a pre employment medical including drug screenAbility to work within strict production timescalesHave your own tools Ability to follow policies and procedures ie workplace health and safetyCompliance with regular isocyanate testingHigh attention to detailAbility to lift and manipulate large metal objectsAbility to stand for long periodsForklift licence desirable