4214-11 Vehicle Painter

Prepares surfaces of vehicles, matches and mixes colours and applies paint.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• removes rough spots on vehicle panels
• sands surfaces by hand or with power sanders
• covers area not to be painted with masking tape and paper
• colour matches and mixes paints to match paint shades, or selects pre-mixed paint
• applies primer and finish coats using spray guns, and rubs down surfaces between coats
• touches up paintwork and applies polish to vehicles
• removes masking papers, waxes and polishes finished paintwork
• may paint signs or artwork on vehicles
• may treat vehicles with rust-proofing chemicals