Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Location: Crayford Bexley Greater London
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Prep Paint Technician
Do you have experience with vehicle spray paint in a Bodyshop environment?
Do you want to be part of a market leading and growing automotive business that looks after its employees?
What can we offer you?
OTE of up to £55K per annum including team bonus
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Length of service awards
Length of service awards
Healthcare Cash Plan (including Gym and shopping discounts)
Employee Assistance Programme
Celebration Day (to use as you wish to celebrate a significant day in your life)
Car Insurance discount with LV
Employee Pension
Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!)
Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend Scheme (earn £1,000 for referring people to join the team)
More benefits coming soon…..
ABL 1 Touch are a market leading vehicle repair business since 1994, working in partnership with insurance companies. ABL 1 Touch prides itself not only in the quality of its work but in providing excellent customer service.
As we continue to grow, ABL 1 Touch are looking to recruit a Prep Paint Technician to join their Team based in Crayford.
As a Prep Paint Technician, you will ensure the repair of motor vehicles of all types is carried out to motor manufacturer industry standards or repair methods.
Responsibilities of a Prep Paint Technician will include:
Observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on the job card.
Removal and safe storage of vehicle components, fluids and gases as directed by work order.
Removal and safe disposal of vehicle components and fluids as directed by work order.
Quality control of all repairs, with final stage sign off.
Report all faults, defects noticed whilst working on vehicles.
Take care of equipment, special tools, personal tools and report any faulty equipment to your line manager.
Actively make sure the repair method is in the job pack and is fully read, understood (e-scribe, manufacturer or other source) and always displayed with the vehicle.
Observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
Interpret and implement technical service instruction data.
Indent for replacement parts and record usage.
Paint repair – to be able to accurately use paint mixing schemes, computerised scales, spray booths and drying lamps.
Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on job card.
Application of topcoat to manufacturer’s specification.
Preparation of repaired areas as directed by work order, in readiness for application of topcoat.
General workspace cleanliness, protection of vehicles for overspray, booths and push through ovens emptied and compactor emptied.
Skills and experience required as a Prep Paint Technician:
Previous experience in Bodyshop repairs
Motor manufacturer qualifications and experience.
NVQ Level 3 in Paint & Bodywork
Knowledge of latest Waterbourne Technology.
Aware of composite and aluminium repair.
Bonding, sealer and filler repair skills.
Full UK Driving licence.
Team Player who uses initiative
Flexibility and a can-do attitude.
Cultural and organisational insight and takes responsibility for own actions.
Joining our team at ABL1 Touch means becoming part of a dynamic organisation that values its employees and provides opportunities for professional growth. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment