5233 — Vehicle paint technicians

What this occupation covers

Vehicle paint technicians prepare, repair and refinish vehicle surfaces using modern paint systems, coatings, wraps and associated technologies to restore or enhance vehicle appearance, protection and functionality.

Typical duties

applies masking material to protect areas not to be coated and removes any external fixtures

consults vehicle colour code, chooses appropriate paint or mixes paint to achieve desired consistency and colour

uses hand or electrostatic spray gun to coat surfaces, adjusting nozzle and pressure valves of the gun as required

applies vinyl stickers and wraps to the bodywork of vehicles

removes masking materials and refits external fittings after completion of spraying

cleans and maintains spray equipment, protective clothing and spraying booth

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic entry requirements although some employers may require GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent qualification. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Apprenticeships at NVQ/SVQ levels 2 and 3 are also available and take between three to four years to complete.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Temporary Shortage List: Vehicle paint technicians. Certificate of Sponsorship must be issued before 31 December 2026.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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