Aircraft Painter

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for assembling metal structure components with precision and efficiency. You will work from blueprints and production orders while operating hand and power tools in a hands-on manufacturing environment. Regular and predictable attendance is required, and a strong commitment to quality and safety is essential.

• Job Details
• Facility Type: MRO
• Aircraft Worked: Corporate/Business
• Job Duration: Contract to Hire
• Schedule: All Shifts
• Tools: Required

• Education & Job Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of experience preparing and painting aircraft or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and follow the Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM).
• Must be able to follow general work requirements and assist other employees within areas of qualification.

• Preferred Skills
• Experience preparing and painting aircraft or equivalent.

• Job Duties & Functions
• Read engineering drawings to determine preparation tasks prior to chemical and paint application on aircraft surfaces.
• Apply safety absorbent to hangar floors and apply paint stripper to aircraft surfaces to remove existing paint.
• Assist with moving aircraft to designated work bays.
• Mask, unmask, and re-mask aircraft surfaces to protect windows and other damage-sensitive areas.
• Remove paint stripper, excess paint, and contaminants using water, solvents, air blowers, and brushes.
• Sand, grind, and buff aircraft surfaces, apply putty to body dents, and replace sealer in preparation for primer and paint application.
• Apply Alodine to aircraft surfaces using spray equipment.
• Perform paint touch-up work as required.
• Document work performed in accordance with the Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM).
• Perform assigned tasks in support of production, flight test, and other operational areas as required.
• Assist other employees with duties within assigned areas of qualification.

• Physical Requirements & Environment
• Perform work in aircraft hangar and production areas, including exposure to chemicals, paint, and airborne particulates.
• Lift and carry materials as needed.
• Perform routine bending, standing, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to work safely in an environment with moving aircraft and hangar equipment.

• TeamGlobal Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and more!
• TG Rewards Program
• Employee Referral Program