• Analyzing, assessing, and evaluating exterior paint condition of various motor vehicles; selecting appropriate corrective action or method of repair
• Using abrasives, solvents, or chemicals to identify and remove layers of sub-coatings
• Preparing surfaces using power and manual sanding equipment; applying masking and sanding techniques
• Completing minor damage repair prior to masking; applying priming and top coating using spray guns
• Using an eye for detail and good colour sense to match complex colour formulations
• Applying refinishing products in the correct sequence for proper adhesion and durability
• Applying or restoring anti-corrosion treatments
• Using good manual dexterity to apply decals, transfers, stencils, and other types of identification to finished paint work on various types of vehicles
• Effectively communicating and interacting with co-workers and customers

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent; math, English, and shop credits an asset
• Completion of a 4,800-hour apprenticeship, including on-the-job and in-school training
• Exam to obtain Certificate of Qualification

• Full-time, indoors in shops that can be dusty and dirty
• Exposure to exhaust fumes, dust particles, chemicals, and solvents
• Employers include auto body repair shops, automotive and truck dealerships, trucking companies and bus lines, and custom shops

Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn up to $25.00 per hour depending on geographic location. Some employers may offer benefits and overtime opportunities.

Automotive Painter (410N)

If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as an Automotive Painter (410N) may be for you!

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