PAINT SPRAYER / MET TECHNICIAN (Combined Role)

Company: Auto Skills UK
Apply for the PAINT SPRAYER / MET TECHNICIAN (Combined Role)
Location: Houghton le Spring
Job Description:

PAINT SPRAYER / MET TECHNICIAN (Combined Role)

OTE: £60,000

Salary: £35,000 – £60,000 + Company Bonus Schemes

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Location: Sunderland

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Paint Sprayer / MET Technician (Strip Fitter) to join a leading, state‑of‑the‑art Bodyshop. This is a combined role, ideal for a multiskilled technician who is confident carrying out both paint spraying and mechanical, electrical, trim strip and refit (MET) duties to manufacturer standards.

You will be working within a fast‑paced accident repair centre, using modern equipment and repair techniques, delivering high‑quality repairs and finishes while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare vehicles for painting, including masking and priming
  • Mix paint to ensure accurate colour matching
  • Spray paint vehicles using water‑based paint systems
  • Carry out quality control checks to ensure a flawless finish with no defects
  • Strip and refit mechanical, electrical and trim components
  • Repair damaged vehicles in line with manufacturer specifications
  • Work efficiently in a busy accident repair centre
  • Follow correct repair methods to ensure safety, quality and customer satisfaction

Skills and Qualifications

  • Experienced Vehicle Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician with hands‑on water‑based paint experience
  • Proven experience as an MET Technician / Strip Fitter within a busy bodyshop
  • Able to complete paint spraying work to a high standard from start to finish
  • Served a recognised apprenticeship and hold relevant qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA or equivalent)
  • Strong team player with a self‑motivated attitude and desire to earn bonus hours
  • Excellent knowledge of current vehicle repair techniques and manufacturer standards
  • Stable work history within the Bodyshop industry

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Posted: June 1st, 2026