Commercial Painter Airport Project

Benefits

Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement

About the role

Long-term commercial painter position for a prestigious 5-year airport infrastructure improvement project.
Work within a secure airport environment requiring security clearance and highest professional standards.
Opportunity to maintain and upgrade critical airport facilities including terminals, hangars, and support structures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces on metal structures, stucco exterior walls, interior drywall systems, and concrete surfaces.
• Perform cleaning, sanding, scraping, and priming activities across diverse substrate materials.
• Absorb surface conditions and identify appropriate preparation methods for different environmental conditions.
• Remove existing coatings when necessary and repair minor surface defects.
• Apply appropriate primers to ensure optimal coating adhesion and longevity.
• Apply protective and decorative coatings using brush and roller techniques.
• Work with various coating types including latex paints, epoxy systems, specialty aviation-grade coatings, and anti-corrosion treatments.
• Apply weather-resistant finishes designed for harsh airport environments.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain detailed records of materials used and surfaces covered.
• Adhere to construction safety protocols and specialized airport security procedures.
• Use personal protective equipment and comply with confined space entry procedures when applicable.
• Cook with airport operations to minimize disruption to ongoing activities.
• Report to project supervisors regarding progress and any encountered challenges.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of commercial painting experience with multiple surface types and coating systems.
• Substantial experience on large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport security clearance.
• Must successfully pass comprehensive background investigations including criminal history checks, employment verification, and personal reference reviews.
• Clean background with no disqualifying criminal history, particularly theft, violence, or security-related offenses.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in surface preparation techniques for metal, stucco, drywall, concrete, and composite materials.
• Competency with power tools, sanders, pressure washers, and various cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of proper primer selection and application techniques for different substrate materials.
• Coating application skills with brush, roller, and spray equipment operation.
• Understanding of proper thinning ratios, environmental application limitations, and quality control inspection techniques.

Skills

• Ability to work at heights using scaffolding and aerial lift equipment.
• Capability to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Physical stamina for extended periods of standing, climbing, and repetitive motions.
• Visual acuity sufficient to detect color variations and surface defects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in airport, government, or high-security environments.
• Certifications from NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) or SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings).
• Experience with specialty coatings such as epoxies, polyurethanes, and anti-corrosion systems.
• Proficiency with spray application equipment including airless sprayers, conventional spray guns, and electrostatic application systems.
• Industry-recognized painting credentials and safety training certifications.

Security Requirements

• Strict adherence to access control procedures and proper identification badge display.
• Compliance with escort requirements in restricted areas.
• Immediate reporting of suspicious activities or security concerns.
• Personal belongings subject to security screening with certain prohibited items in secure areas.