Check and interpret vehicle specification data and vehicle identification number
Select & operate various service station equipments
Identify various vehicle parts
Service, repair and maintenance of air compressors and air lines
Learn arc and gas welding
Prepare surfaces for painting by using scrapers, abrasives, chemical removers or other means
Select and mix paints to produce desired colour combinations and consistency
Apply decorative or protective materials such as paint, enamel or lacquer including synthetic paint on articles of wood and metal using spray painting equipment
Press trigger as well as direct spray of prime and finished coats of paint over surfaces to ensure smooth and even finish
Identify paint shop equipment and list out pre-paint preparation steps (sanding, masking, buffing, and detailing)
Skills needed by Industry
Ensure good quality paint job
Familiar with the causes and effects of corrosion in automobiles
Know-how about methods of corrosion protection
Ability to use different painting tools and equipment
Knowledge of disassembly, assembly, and cleaning of paint guns
Know-how about using the correct paint application
Job Opportunities
Automobile service centers and production areas
Workshop Assistant in ITIs.
Central government organizations like Railways and Heavy Vehicle Factory (HVF)
State government organizations like Transport corporation and government automobile workshops
Micro, small, and medium enterprises
Upskilling Opportunities
Apprenticeship (NAC Certificate).
Crafts Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) to become an instructor in ITIs.
Advanced Diploma (Vocational) courses under Directorate General of Training (DGT) as applicable