Aircraft Paint Technician - All Levels

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as an Accessories Paint Technician at West Star:

This position requires an advanced knowledge of the paint process to include painting, painting base coat and layout on accessory components (landing gear, etc.). This position also has varying amounts of inspection, troubleshooting, maintaining, adjustments and cleaning of components.

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Make sure masking is complete.
• Sand primer if necessary.
• Blow components and clean with thinner.
• Wash paint booth.
• Prep and scuff.
• Inspect complete paint job.
• Paint mixing.
• Troubleshoot and assist in cleaning/inspecting different airframe components.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

What you’ll need to bring with you:

Your Education:

A High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Vo-tech school in paint or on-the-job experience required.

A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not required.

Your Initiative:

We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense of Responsibility:

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.

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer oriented work habits.

Other particulars:

Physical Requirements

Lifts 50 lbs.

Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.

Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Standing for long periods of time.

Pass pulmonary physical

Pass respiratory fit test as protective gear must be worn.

Mental Requirements

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.

Work with others in a professional manner.

Supervision

Work under supervision of assigned Team Leader and Accessory Program Manager=

Working Conditions

The majority of work will be accomplished in a heated hangar or shop area.

Varied positions around components.

Equipment Used

Air equipment, polisher and sander.

Stripper pump, electrostatic paint guns, pressure posts, wand and laser level.

Other engine powered equipment and hand tools.