Vehicle Paint Refinisher Apprenticeship

Chipsaway provide high quality SMART car body work repairs such as: minor paintwork scratches, bumper scuffs, dents, and alloy wheel repairs . They are on the search for an enthusiastic and committed individual to undertake and develop under a Vehicle Paint Refinisher Apprenticeship.

Paint Refinish Technicians are responsible for the final touches on collision repairs and can make cars look just as they did when they came out of the showroom.

You will be trained to complete every aspect of painting a vehicle from paint preparation, through to painting and polishing.
? Preparing and priming bodywork to manufacturers' specification.
? Mix paint by eye or using computer technology to ensure the best colour match
? Applying several coats to the car, including primers, colours and protective finishes.
? Solving paint application problems; defects, cause and cures
? Clean and maintain all equipment and Personal Protective Equipment as required.
? Storing paints in the correct conditions.

A certain amount of administration and customer interaction is also required:
? Keeping a record of work carried out and time taken
? Liaising with the customer or insurance company
? Providing quotations and estimations

As part of the service a bodyshop offers, you may also carry out valeting, to ensure the vehicles look as good as new.
? Wash down the outside of the car to remove dirt and mud
? Polish the windows, wheels, door handles and mirrors

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