Aircraft Painter - 1st shift

Position Summary Aircraft Painter oversees aircraft and its sub-assemblies painting and sealing process including surface preparation, masking, and chemicals handling. May include limited duties of paint and sealant application. Job Responsibilities - Prepare surfaces to be painted or sealed as requested by the working instructions using abrasives, solvents, and brushes. - Installs masking strips or other aircraft painting details. - May perform sealant application assuring compliance with technical and quality requirements. - May assist with application or installation of logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, according to blueprint specifications, using measuring instruments, stencils, and patterns. - Ensures the use of appropriate technical references and tools in performing paint and sealing duties. - Perform cleaning and maintenance of all currently used painting or sealing equipment. - Sets up ladders and scaffolding according to regulations and aircraft requirement. - Ensures all Federal and local environmental and OSHA/TOSHA regulations are complied with. - Inspect, monitor, clean and assist in minor repairs in machines and equipment following the TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) methodology. - All other duties as assigned. Education ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - High School or GED required Experience - Generally, 0-3 years of related and recent experience in aeronautical environment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Knowledge of preparation and painting of aircraft, support equipment, and allied components. - Safety procedures for Chemicals handling. - Knowledge of blueprints and painting diagrams. - Strong ability on paint spraying - Understand technical management and quality assurance procedures. - Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, State, and Federal regulations. - Must be able to be certified and/or able to wear a respirator. Working Conditio