TECHNICIAN

Core Responsibilities

  • Surface Preparation: Sand, grind, fill, and prime damaged areas to ensure a smooth, flawless base.
  • Color Matching & Mixing: Utilize spectrophotometers or mixing systems to achieve exact, seamless color formulas.
  • Painting Operations: Operate spray guns to apply base coats, clear coats, and specialty finishes in controlled paint booth environments.
  • Detailing & Finishing: Inspect finishes for defects like runs or sags. Correct imperfections through wet sanding, buffing, and polishing.
  • Safety & Compliance: Properly handle, store, and dispose of hazardous materials while wearing recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Equipment Maintenance: Keep spray guns, mixing rooms, and booths clean and in optimal working condition.
  • Maintenance & Repair: Perform preventative tasks (and dismantle, repair, or replace broken components.
  • Testing: Road-test repaired vehicles or use specialized testing equipment to verify serviceability and performance.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate, legible logs of services rendered and parts used to support warranty claims and customer support.
  • Customer Communication: Explain necessary repairs or maintenance needs to clients or service advisors and provide accurate time and cost estimates.

Key Qualifications & Skills

  • Technical Experience: Previous experience in auto body repair, painting for over 5 years.
  • Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, and lift heavy equipment or panels.
  • Manual Dexterity: Steady hand and a keen eye for color variation and detail.
  • Tool Proficiency: Familiarity with power tools, pneumatic sanders, paint thickness gauges, and spraying equipment.