Body shop Paint Technician Apprenticeship ‑Sherburn
Job description
Do you want a dynamic and exciting career in the automotive industry? Steer Automotive is offering a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician. You will work within Collision Repair workshop, demonstrating expert working knowledge in relation to the repair of vehicle body panels to vehicle manufacturer specification.
Role includes repair, surface preparation and painting to the manufacturer paint specification.
A technician is able to follow defined processes to restore the vehicle to a high-quality paint finish. Demonstrating colour identification and select the correct materials such as primers, base coats and lacquers applied using spray equipment and utilising modern drying/curing techniques such as Ultraviolet (UV), Infrared and catalytic solutions used in the refinishing of vehicles. Create a safe environment working efficiently and reducing waste.
Duties will include:
- Working alongside the current staff to repair and painting customer vehicles
- Involvement in drying and curing techniques used in the finishing of vehicles
- Calculation/estimation of paint volume requirements per job
- Health & Safety and compliance requirements of a collision repair business, such as control of substances
- Identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g., mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment
How to apply for this vacancy
You can apply for this vacancy through the National Apprenticeship Service. If you require any assistance with applying for this vacancy please contact us on 0115 945 7260 or email the apprenticeship team.
Application deadline: 11/12/2024
Possible start date: 15/12/2024
Employer information
Steer is the UK’s leading automotive repair business, with 98 locations and over 2,300 expert colleagues, repairing over 100,000 vehicles a year. Trusted by the world’s leading vehicle brands, we currently hold 42 manufacturer approvals and recommendations, including Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley, McLaren, Jaguar Land Rover, Tesla, Mercedes, BMW MINI.
Address details:
2 Lancaster Cl
Sherburn in Elmet
Leeds
LS25 6NS
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| Reference number | VAC1000284143 |
|---|---|
| Working week |
Monday- Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm Total hours per week: 40 |
| Expected duration | 3 Years |
| Apprenticeship level | Advanced |
| Related course | Steer Automotive Group Apprenticeships |
| Salary | £13,312 a year (Annually) |