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Vehicle Paint Technician

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    PDL RECRUITMENT LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2475035
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    K.R. HIRE LIMITED, Glen Road, Monaghan, Co. Monaghan, H18 Y206
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    No of positions: 2
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    36605.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 16 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 13 Nov 2026

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PDL Global Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of SMP Hire Ltd T/A KR Hire for two experienced Vehicle Paint Technicians / Spray Painters to join their team in Monaghan.
Employer: SMP Hire Ltd T/A KR Hire
Location: Glen Road, Monaghan, Co. Monaghan, H18 Y206
Number of Positions: 2
Salary: €36,605 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Description
The successful candidates will be responsible for preparing, spraying, refinishing and maintaining the painted surfaces of plant, machinery, vehicles and associated equipment to a high professional standard.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, filling, masking and carrying out other necessary preparation work.
Inspect surfaces and equipment to identify defects, corrosion, damage or areas requiring preparation and refinishing.
Select, prepare and mix paints, primers, coatings and finishing materials to the required specification.
Apply primers, paints and protective or decorative coatings using professional spray equipment.
Adjust spray guns, pressure settings and equipment to achieve an even, high-quality finish.
Carry out colour matching, touch-up work and refinishing where required.
Inspect completed work and rectify runs, imperfections, uneven finishes or other defects.
Protect components and areas not requiring painting through appropriate masking and preparation techniques.
Clean, maintain and safely store spray guns, painting equipment, tools and PPE.
Maintain a clean, organised and safe spray-painting/workshop environment.
Work closely with workshop staff, mechanics and management to ensure equipment is prepared and completed within required timeframes.
Follow all company health and safety procedures, including the correct handling, storage and disposal of paints, solvents and other materials.

Requirements
Previous professional experience in vehicle, plant, machinery or similar spray painting/refinishing is required.
Candidates should have practical experience in surface preparation, masking, paint mixing and professional spray application.
Good knowledge of paints, primers, coatings and finishing techniques is required.
Candidates must be able to identify and rectify paint defects and consistently produce a high-quality finish.
Applicants should be confident using and maintaining spray-painting equipment, hand tools and PPE.
Good attention to detail, organisational and time-management skills are required, together with the ability to work independently and as part of a workshop team.
A good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements is essential.
Relevant trade qualifications or specialist spray-painting/refinishing training would be advantageous; however, applicants with substantial relevant practical experience will also be considered.

To Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV outlining your relevant spray-painting/refinishing experience.
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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