Paint sprayer

As a paint sprayer, you'll:

• set up spray equipment and prepare vehicle work areas
•  match and mix colours based on manufacturers' technical data
•  apply primer coats, main coats and finishes
•  use paint drying methods and carry out quality checks
•  clean and maintain spray equipment and paint booths
•  follow health and safety guidelines

• the ability to operate and control equipment
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• the ability to work well with others
• the ability to repair machines or systems
• the ability to use your initiative
• the ability to work well with your hands
• customer service skills
• excellent verbal communication skills
• to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

You can get into this job through:

• a college course
• an apprenticeship
• applying directly

With experience you could:

• get an IMI accreditation and move into senior paint technician roles
•  become a shift supervisor, quality control inspector or workshop manager
•  set up your own paint spraying business
•  specialise in customising cars