PURPOSE 

To prepare, paint, and finish trucks, equipment, and components using spray-painting techniques, ensuring high-quality protective and decorative coatings that enhance appearance, durability, and longevity.

THE JOB​

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, filling, and smoothing imperfections.
• Mix paints and colors accurately to achieve the required finish and specifications.
• Apply masking tape and protective coverings to areas that should not be painted.
• Select and install the appropriate spray nozzles and equipment to achieve desired spray patterns and coating quality.
• Apply primer, paint, and protective coatings using spray-painting equipment.
• Remove rust, old paint, and other contaminants using appropriate tools and materials.
• Inspect painted surfaces after drying to ensure quality standards, color consistency, and smooth finishes.
• Perform touch-ups and corrective painting work where required.
• Maintain spray-painting equipment, tools, filters, and work areas to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Comply with workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations while using paints, chemicals, and spray equipment.

THE PERSON MUST ​

• Possess strong spray-painting and surface preparation skills with attention to detail.
• Have good knowledge of paint mixing, color matching, and coating application techniques.
• Be able to work safely with chemicals, paints, and spray equipment in a workshop environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and deliver high-quality finishes within specified timelines.

QUALIFICATION

• Minimum of five (5) O’ Level credits including English Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.

EXPERIENCE​

• Minimum of five years' experience in spray painting, preferably within a truck, automotive, fleet maintenance, or industrial workshop environment