Is being a panel beater a good fit for you?
Repairs dented and damaged vehicle bodies, straightens frames and refinishes the paint.
What the work involves
- Files, grinds, sands and smooths filled or repaired surfaces using power and hand tools.
- Checks repaired vehicles work properly, measure up and look right, and test-drives them for alignment and handling.
- Fits and welds replacement parts, then grinds the welds smooth.
- Primes and paints repaired surfaces using spray guns and powered sanders.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a panel beater is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.