Aircraft Painter

Position Purpose:

The Aircraft Painter II works under minimum supervision to safely prepare, paint and detail aircraft according to schedule using company quality standards and operating procedures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision. Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications.

• Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms and paint sprayers. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.

• Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and use protective equipment as required.

• Comply with safety rules and procedures and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.

• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.

• Assist with aircraft movement in hangars.

• Offer continuous improvement ideas/participate in continuous improvement activities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Able to use tools and equipment associated with the aircraft painting process.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.

• Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification.

• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.

• Must be computer literate.

• working knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics) is necessary.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.