Painter

Job Description

The Aircraft Painter is responsible for preparing, painting, and detailing aircraft in accordance with company standards, manufacturer specifications, and customer requirements. This role involves using specialized tools and techniques to ensure high-quality finishes while maintaining safety and compliance standards. The position requires precision, attention to detail, and the ability to work with various coatings and materials. Collaboration with team members and adherence to operational procedures are essential to successful performance.

• Job Details
• Facility Type: MRO
• Aircraft Worked: VIP/Corporate
• Job Duration: Contract to Hire
• Schedule: All Shifts
• Tools: Required
• Pay Rate: Not Available

• Education & Job Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience painting V/VIP aircraft (nose to tail).
• Ability to use tools and equipment associated with the aircraft painting process.
• Hands-on experience with standard spray paint equipment, including electrostatic paint guns, cup guns, and HVLP guns.
• Strong buffing and polishing skills of urethanes and acrylic clear coats.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Ability to apply basic math concepts, including algebra, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to calculate mix ratios for sealant, filler materials, and paint.
• Ability to become efficient in company technology and software programs.
• Must be able to pass the Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification and wear a respirator.
• Ability to become certified on a forklift and scissor lift.
• Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends when necessary.
• Current, valid Driver’s License.

• Professional Attributes
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions.
• Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Preferred Skills
• Design, layout, and graphic experience.

• Job Duties & Functions
• Perform preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision.
• Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers, and corrosion-preventive chemicals.
• Operate tools and equipment such as dual-action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms, and paint sprayers according to procedures.
• Mask and unmask aircraft areas to support painting operations.
• Strip aircraft using paint remover, sand surfaces, and seal aircraft as required.
• Wash and prepare aircraft using approved cleaning solutions.
• Prepare surfaces and apply primer for sanding procedures.
• Sand aircraft surfaces and apply top-coat finishes per customer-approved designs.
• Assist in layout and painting of stripes, shapes, and graphics.
• Assist in final detailing of aircraft for customer delivery.
• Maintain and care for shop equipment and tools.
• Work with and follow guidance from management, leads, and higher-skilled technicians, and assist in training less experienced technicians.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues, notifying management of potential concerns.
• Comply with safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Assist with aircraft movement in and out of hangars.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Physical Requirements & Environment
• Ability to wear a respirator and pass Pulmonary Function Test requirements.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends.

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