Painter - Motor Vehicle Repair

Work setting

• In shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Review damage report and estimates of repair cost and plan work to be performed
• Clean and maintain work space
• File, grind and sand body surfaces to be repaired
• Mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting
• Remove damaged fenders, panels and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place
• Apply primers and repaint surfaces
• Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling
• Mix paint, blend and match colors

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Doors and frame
• Paint spraying

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player