Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprentices are trained to repair and replace damaged panels using approved techniques, including gas, electric and plastic welding up to B.
S.
I certification, whilst also gaining knowledge and experience repairing damaged vehicles using specialist body jigs and tooling. In addition, the Apprentice will develop skills/awareness of estimating, an essential function for a body shop's profitability.
- Dipping and spraying
- spray painting involves operating a spray gun and other machinery
- Using formulas to mix the paint that goes into the spray gun
- Adjusting the flow and viscosity of their paint and control the air pressure to the spray gun by adjusting the nozzle
- Other job duties include properly disposing of hazardous waste, following colour charts and removing rust
- Paint technicians must disassemble,
clean and reassemble their painting equipment On completion of this course you will receive a Level 3 Standard qualification A full time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority. The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, whether it be progressing through their dealership, working towards a job within motorsport. Desired skills
- Full training will be provided, no skills required
- A keen interest in the cars and an urge to learn about the mechanics of light vehicles. Desired qualifications Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent (A*-C or 9-4 preferable).