Spray Painter Refinish Technician Job in Wellington Recruiting by Blair Wright Group

This is not an entry level position. (From time to time we do take on apprentices, contact us to find out when we may next be doing so.)
Looking to move or take a step up?
An opportunity for qualified or experienced Spray Painter who is able to hit the ground running. Preference will only be given to those who are able to demonstrate an ability to spray using waterborne technology with precision, quality and speed being key.
We offer the chance to work in an environment that:- Rewards high performance staff- Offers Training and Development.- Secure Full time employment (40 hours)- Leader in technology- Diverse team- We do things that make sense- Recognition for effort and loyalty- Must have a full clean driving license- Must have either a trade cert (Equivalent level 4), or at least 3 years experience working as a technician. This is not an entry level position. From time to time we do take on apprentices, contact us to find out when we may next be doing so.- Good communication skills and a keen eye for detail- Can recognise the value of following instructions and being coached to succeed.
Main Duties:
- Reports to Team Lead & Manager.- Complete all repair assignments according to the methods and objectives outlined in the Paint Shop Procedures policy.- In addition to basic hand tools such as spray guns, you must also provide the minimum required tools and equipment listed in the Painter’s Prep Cart and Inventory policy.- Inspect every vehicle as it is handed over to your department to ensure that it has passed all previous inspections and standards.  Read the entire Work Order thoroughly and visually inspect the vehicle to check that all the repairs listed are complete.  Give extra attention to any special promises or notes, and if any discrepancies are found notify the appropriate person immediately.- Immediately make note and notify the appropriate person of any hidden or missed damage that doesn’t appear on the Work Order.- Protect the customer’s car to prevent damage during the repairs.  This includes but is not limited to the use of seat bags, floor mats, car covers, welding blankets, masking paper, or any other practical method to ensure positive results.- If the job assigned requires that you replace any parts, ALWAYS check all the parts for correctness before starting the repair and notify the appropriate person of any incorrect parts or other discrepancies.  - Be responsible and accountable for all parts for any jobs that are assigned to you.  Be organized and develop a system for holding the parts and fasteners until they are installed or re-installed on the vehicle.- Whenever paint is mixed for all required panels including blending, make certain that enough material is mixed for the entire job, and that it is clearly labelled and stocked for easy access when the vehicle enters the paint shop.- Be certain that every job is checked for colour match prior to the vehicle entering the spray booth.  Each mixing and matching process should include spraying out a test panel.- Conduct any buffing necessary to your own paint work.  This is intended to make each painter responsible for the efforts involved in the preparation and cleaning of jobs prior to painting.  This also includes the work performed by others involved in the preparation, like apprentices and helpers.- Ensure that all spray operations are complete, all masking is removed, and all prior paint-related disassembly has been reassembled prior to returning the vehicle to the Panel Shop or detail shop for final assembly and get-ready. - Inspect your work and that of others to ensure that the vehicle is delivered with a fit and finish equal or superior to the original factory fit and finish.- Use expendable materials economically taking care to save/reuse clean abrasive materials that have further usable life where practical to minimise environmental footprint.- Ensure waste separated into the appropriate bins / drums provided.- Maintain your departments work area in a clean and hazard free state at all times.- Remain conscious of, and make every effort to achieve, the objectives outlined on the delivery list of cars scheduled.  Sometimes this requires working overtime to meet the objectives.- Upon completion of a job or nearing completion of a job, advise the production manager and request a new assignment.- Maintain a good work attitude and cooperate with managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork.
Earn top wages negotiable based on skills and experience. This means the remuneration is attractive or comparable with market value. It does NOT mean underpaid or cheap.
Current salary bands are between $30-$40+ per hour. This is weighted by experience and the ability to achieve quality standards within good timeframes.