Regina,sk from uk
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Ok, a lomg story cut short, I was in the trade about 12 years ago, did a 3 year apprenticeship with an independent bodyshop specialising in high performance cars, i.e. ferrari, lambo, bugatti, lotus,the lot, so my training was very good and eventually i was let loose on full resprays and without blowing my own trumpet the quality was excellent! I then left to join the forces, got married, left and became a truck driver, which has brought me over to canada with the wife and kids…..however, i have always had a yearning to get back into the trade and having driven trucks recently im-20 degree weather……i hate it!!! The trouble is i have been out of the trade so long i just need someone to give me a chance to prove how good i once was. i know regulations have changed a bit, i.e. waterbased etc (i was trained using glasurit 2pack). Is there anyone out there in the Regina area looking for a hard working, willing to learn quickly, 43 yo. I just cant face risking my life in a truck for the next 20 years. Any help greatfully recieved!!
RussFirst off welcome to the site 😉 You are in luck as there is always a shortage of skilled workers in this trade.I would suggest looking on the Canadian job bank website in your area or kijiji.Once you have some contacts start banging on some doors,I’m sure it won’t be hard to get back in the groove.
Welcome aboard, There is a shortage of skilled workers in this trade in our country.
Welcome to the site. My understanding is that the autobody trade in Saskatchewan is doing well. You should get a Certificate of Qualification to work as a Journeyman in Canada, and info can be found at: http://www.saskapprenticeship.ca/
Thank you for taking time to reply to my post, it makes heartening reading. There’s plenty of bodyshops in Regina and i intend to knock on doors this weekend. I’ll keep you posted. I’ll be back to ask advice.
As a matter of interest, how much different is applying waterbased compared to 2pack? I presume its more or less the same technique, just different flash off times etc?[quote=”ukpainter” post=28202]Thank you for taking time to reply to my post, it makes heartening reading. There’s plenty of bodyshops in Regina and i intend to knock on doors this weekend. I’ll keep you posted. I’ll be back to ask advice.
As a matter of interest, how much different is applying waterbased compared to 2pack? I presume its more or less the same technique, just different flash off times etc?[/quote]Like solvent paint, every brand is a little different. Honestly, if you know how to paint and follow some basic rules for waterbourne, you won’t have any issues. I think there was a lot more hype about it than needed. One of the biggest things is you can’t cheat/cut corners as some people did with solvent. Read the tech sheets, follow flash times meticulously to ensure proper dehydration, keep everything clean, ensure you don’t have any residue from wet prepping (or better yet, prep everything dry) and you will be set.
After spraying a few jobs and understanding the differences (and similarities) you will probably like using it.
It really depends on the brand some are easier than others,there is a definite learning curve but with your previous experience you should pick it up fast.Maybe try to start off prepping and then work back into spraying gradually with the help of a brand specific certification course.
Welcome to the RN network, might want to get used to spraying John Deere Green and wearing a watermelon on your head ;).
http://www.torontosun.com/sports/columnists/terry_jones/2010/08/23/15118476.html
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