Industrial Spray Painter
Tasks & duties
Industrial spray painters may do some or all of the following:
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sand and clean the surfaces to be painted
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decide which products to use for a particular surface
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prepare metals by treating them with chemicals or grit-blasting them
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rinse and dry metals
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apply an undercoat
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choose and mix the correct paint colour
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spray paint or powder-coat the article
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bake powder-coat onto metal in ovens
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check the quality and depth of the paintwork
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polish the finished product
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discuss treatment and painting requirements with customers
Specialisations
Spray painters work on metal, wood or plastic, whereas powder-coaters only work on metal.
Skills & knowledge
Industrial spray painters need to have:
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knowledge of paint types and colours
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up-to-date knowledge of painting, coating and preparation methods and technology
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practical skills, particularly spray-gun painting skills
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knowledge of metals
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knowledge of safety rules and procedures
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basic maths skills for making calculations and measurements
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problem-solving skills
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communication and listening skills
Entry requirements
There are no specific requirements to become an industrial spray painter as skills are gained on the job.
Secondary education
There are no specific secondary educational requirements but science, English, maths and workshop technology may be useful.
Tertiary education
Some employers prefer that you complete a National Certificate in Painting specialising in Spray Techniques, Specialised Coatings, and Industrial Coatings.
Training on the job
Ongoing on-the-job training is essential as paint and painting techniques are constantly changing.
Useful experience
Useful experience for industrial spray painters includes:
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painting and decorating work
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vehicle spray painting
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work involving metals
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factory work
Video
from WA career Centre on you tube
Related courses
Painting, Decorating, Sign Writing and Other Finishes
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