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Jay Mckenzie

Paisley,Renfrewshire

Summary

Skilled Spray Painter with expertise in colour matching and application techniques. Coordinates meticulous surface preparations and painting processes to ensure flawless finishes. Dedicated to upholding health and safety protocols while effectively managing equipment maintenance.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Spray Painter Student

West College Scotland
Greenock
08.2024 - 06.2026
  • Mixed paint and thinners to the correct consistency, following manufacturer's specifications and environmental regulations.
  • Used PPE and cleared space in spray booth to adhere to protective measures and minimise hazards.
  • Matched colours by mixing paints to achieve desired effect.
  • Used PPE and controlled airflow to minimise effects of hazards.
  • Applied primer, base coats, and clear coats using spray guns, adhering to specified colour match and finish standards.
  • Prepared vehicle surfaces for painting by polishing, buffing, priming and masking.
  • Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and filling to achieve a smooth base for painting.
  • Selected appropriate spraying pressure based on requirements of jobs.
  • Cleaned spray guns and other equipment after use.
  • Disposed of hazardous waste following regulations.

Tyre Fitter

Love Street Coachworks
Paisley, Renfrewshire
06.2023 - 07.2025
  • Fitted weights on wheels to correct unbalance and avoid vibrations, noise or oscillations.
  • Operated hydraulic jacks and tyre removal machinery safely, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
  • Maintained a clean and organised work environment, ensuring tools and equipment were properly stored.
  • Expertly fitted, balanced, and aligned tyres for a variety of vehicles to maximise safety and performance.
  • Carefully removed old tyres, disposing of parts swiftly and appropriately to minimise health and safety risks.

Powder Coater

Love Street Coachworks
Paisley, Renfrewshire
06.2023 - 07.2025
  • Applied powder coating finishes to a variety of metal products, achieving high-quality standards.
  • Finished, coated or plated metal parts, improving resistance to corrosion and abrasion or for decorative purposes.
  • Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Spray Painting

West College Scotland
Greenock
01-2026

Skills

  • Spray painting
  • Colour matching
  • Finishing techniques
  • Surface preparation
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Hand and power tools
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Physical fitness
  • Customer service
  • Car polishing
  • Spray gun operation
  • Computer literacy

Interests

  • In my free time, I enjoy playing video games and maintaining my fitness through regular gym sessions

Timeline

Spray Painter Student

West College Scotland
08.2024 - 06.2026

Tyre Fitter

Love Street Coachworks
06.2023 - 07.2025

Powder Coater

Love Street Coachworks
06.2023 - 07.2025

Higher National Diploma - Spray Painting

West College Scotland
Jay Mckenzie