Aircraft Painter

Aircraft Painter

Pay Rate: $25.66 to $32.19 per hour (depending on experience, location, etc.).
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Contract Duration: 12 months (with opportunity for extension)
Benefits: Up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base planeight, 8 paid holidays, per diem split (if qualified), three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable), opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days, 401(k) with matching.
Experience/Education: High school diploma/GED. Experience requirement ranges from 1 year painting experience to 4 years related paint processes. Aircraft industry experience preferred.
Unique Skills: Valid driver's license may be required. Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.

Purpose

Prepares the aircraft for paint related operations by safely preparing, painting and detailing aircraft according to schedule using company quality standards and operating procedures.

Level I Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Masks, sands, and prepares aircraft for paint application.
• Applies glazing and sealing compounds in preparation for final painting.
• Operates and maintains all types of preparation and priming equipment.
• Mixes paints and primers.
• Performs leading edge sealant work in final detail.
• Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies.
• Uses personal protective equipment and ensures aircraft interior is protected (PTP).
• Properly cares for and maintains shop equipment and tools as assigned.
• Complies with Paint shop standard practices.

Level II Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Requires knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in painting trade and methods of mixing paint colors.
• Safely performs aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision.
• Coincides with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications.
• Follows standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms and paint sprayers.
• Properly cares for and maintains shop equipment and tools.
• Follows standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and uses protective equipment as required.
• Complies with safety rules and procedures and is alert for unsafe conditions.
• Adds to unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
• Assists with aircraft movement in hangars.
• Offers continuous improvement ideas/participates in continuous improvement activities.

Level IV (i.e., Sr) Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics) is necessary.
• Safely performs aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision.
• Coincides with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications.
• Assists supervision with assignment and accomplishment of work for assigned team members.
• Promotes high standards of quality through instruction and by setting a good example for other painters to follow.
• Acts on behalf of supervision as required.
• Follows standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms and paint sprayers.
• Properly cares for and maintains shop equipment and tools.
• Follows standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and uses protective equipment as required.
• Complies with safety rules and procedures and is alert for unsafe conditions.
• Adds to unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
• Assists with aircraft movement in hangars.
• Complies with Paint shop standard practices (SPT) process and WFR processes.
• Mentors other members of Paint operations as required.
• Offers continuous improvement ideas/participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Thorough and complete understanding of the GAMPS, paint operations SPT manual and paint WFR.

Other Requirements

• A working knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics).
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification.
• Able to use tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft painting process.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, perform close tolerance work, work in small spaces lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Performs other duties as assigned.