Paint Technician - 2nd Shift - 1073
West Star Aviation Inc. · Chattanooga, TN · Today
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
The shift incentive includes a 10% -15% premium, paid lunch, 3 day weekends, formal airframe training and eligibility to transfer to 1st shift after 3 years.
Responsibilities
- Masking and taping aircraft parts to avoid overspray
- Sanding primer
- Blowing and cleaning aircraft with thinner
- Washing the paint booth
- Applying all layers of paint to include top coat
- Laying out stripe and design schemes
- Prep and scuff paint to get ready for trim
- Re-masking aircraft and detail work
- Inspect completed paint jobs
- Paint mixing and paint matching
- Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
- Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Vo-tech school in paint or on-the-job experience is preferred but not required
- A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal
- Tech I: 0-2 years of paint experience in aviation, auto, RV, Marine or related field
- Tech II: 2 -4 years of paint experience in aviation, auto, RV, Marine or related field
- Tech III: 4-6 years of experience in aviation, auto, RV, Marine or related field
- Master Tech: 6+ years’ experience in aviation interiors
Qualifications
- Self-motivated, flexible, and good with working in a fast-paced environment
- Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments
- Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work
- Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day
- Work under supervision of your Team Leader
Skills
- Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines including but not limited to OSHA, haz mat, etc.
- Logically work with mechanical processes
- Work with others in a professional manner
- Good communication skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- 401K match
- Time off accruals
- Weekly pay days
- Many other benefits
Pay
This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Second shift schedule is Monday-Thursday, 3pm-1am.
Locations & Lifestyle
We have multiple locations across the United States including East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago.