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