Vehicle Painter (324311)

TRASkill Level 3ROL

Description

Prepares surfaces of vehicles, matches and mixes colours and applies paint. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Removing rough spots on vehicle panels
  • Sanding surfaces by hand and with power sanders
  • Masking areas not to be painted with tape and paper
  • Colour matching and mixing paints to match paint shades, and selecting pre-mixed paint
  • Applying primer and finishing coats using spray-guns, and sanding surfaces between coats
  • Touching up paintwork and applying polish to vehicles
  • Removing masking papers, and waxing and polishing finished paintwork
  • Painting signs and artwork on vehicles
  • Treating vehicles with rust-proofing chemicals

Alternative Titles

  • Vehicle Refinisher

Assessment Documents

  • Trade qualification
  • Employment evidence
  • Portfolio (if required)
  • Passport
  • English test
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Vehicle Painter (ANZSCO 324311) | Australian Occupation Guide