Spray Painter
T&R Prestige Accident Repairers
Welshpool, Western Australia
04.2007 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning prior to painting.
- Mixed paint according to specific instructions and used spray guns for application.
- Applied multiple coats of paint to achieve desired color or finish.
- Inspected finished product for quality assurance purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained tools and equipment such as brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
- Assisted in the development of new colors and products based on customer specifications.
- Read detailed job orders to determine work requirements.
- Monitored temperature of drying ovens to ensure proper curing of painted surfaces.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed when handling hazardous materials such as thinners and solvents.
- Determined best methods for surface preparation including sandblasting, masking, taping.
- Maintained accurate records of all jobs completed including material costs and labor hours involved.
- Calibrated spray gun nozzles to obtain maximum efficiency with minimal waste of paint material.
- Consulted with customers regarding color selection and appropriate type of coating needed for their project.
- Performed minor repairs on damaged parts prior to painting them.
- Inspected delivered items for any imperfections before beginning work.
- Correctly identified different types of paints and coatings required for various projects.
- Followed established safety procedures while working with hazardous chemicals.
- Repaired cracks or holes in surfaces using putty knives or other appropriate tools.
- Masked off areas that did not need painting using tape or plastic sheets.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding disposal of hazardous materials.
- Disposed old cans of paint according to local regulations regarding hazardous materials disposal.
- Sanded and buffed surfaces to prepare for primer, paint and decorative finishes.
- Practiced good safety habits and maintained clean and safe work environment.
- Used tools such as needle guns, surface grinders and wire wheels to prepare painted and unpainted surfaces for coats of paint.
- Prepared paint for application according to factory specifications.
- Donned correct respiratory and safety gear for personal protection.
- Performed spray painting using airless, conventional and HVLP systems.
- Reported equipment malfunctions and issues to supervisor.
- Recommended tools and equipment to improve department operations.
- Reviewed project estimates to understand budget and deadline requirements.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.