Aircraft Painters – Melbourne, FL

PLEASE NOTE: Please do not apply if you require visa sponsorship.  This position requires the candidate be able to work in the U.S. WITHOUT the need for visa sponsorship!  

This is a full time/direct hire position offering a competitive salary with full benefits package.

Job Title:   Aircraft Painters (Junior Painters through Senior Painters II (SPII) levels available!)

Employment location:   Melbourne, FL

Job Summary

Aircraft Painters will be required to have basic to advanced knowledge of the aircraft paint process including varying amounts of general paint applications as listed below. Job duties will vary each day as designated by the Lead or Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure masking is complete.
• Sand primer if necessary.
• Blow aircraft and clean with thinner.
• Wash paint booth.
• Layout stripe scheme and 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.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience:

• At least 1-year current experience, stripping, sanding, priming and painting aircraft – VIP/business/corporate aircraft preferred

Responsibility: 

• Must perform all work in accordance with applicable FAA regulations, the company RSM and Safety standards.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs. Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Work standing on ladder or scaffold.
• Pass pulmonary physical prior to employment.
• Pass respiratory fit test, as you must wear protective gear.