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
• 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 Waltham Cross.

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.