Paint Technician - Weekend Shift

Summary And Objective

This job requires basic to advanced knowledge of the paint process including varying amounts of general paint applications as listed below. Job duties will vary each day as designated by the Lead or Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Ensure masking is complete.
• Sand primer if necessary.
• Blow aircraft and clean with thinner.
• Wash paint booth.
• Apply topcoats (three coats).
• Lay out stripe scheme and Aircraft mask for trim colors.
• Prep and scuff paint for trim paint.
• Re-mask aircraft and detail aircraft.
• Inspect completed paint or strip / sand job.
• Mix paint.

Skills And Abilities

• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel.
• Regular attendance and ability to work overtime when needed.
• Self-motivated, able to work unsupervised and maintain a rapid pace.
• Quality oriented.
• Able to read detailed drawings and understand renderings.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer service-oriented work habits.
• Work is done primarily outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Able to work around noise, dust, chemicals and paint fumes.

Physical Demands

• Ability to see and hear clearly.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English clearly.
• Ability to work standing on ladder or scaffold.
• Ability to climb, twist, bend, crouch, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Ability to move in tight quarters.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions as needed.
• Ability to regularly push/pull up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Pass pulmonary physical prior to employment.
• Pass respiratory fit test, as you must wear protective gear.
• Dress Code and Uniform: Well-groomed appearance, adherence to department dress code.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Possess a valid driver's license and US Passport (preferred).
• At least 3-5 years current corporate jet experience, stripping, sanding, priming and painting corporate or commercial aircraft or the equivalent.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without sponsorship.
• Candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Associate's degree.
• 3 + years Aerospace/ Aeronautics Experience.