Paint Shop Technician

Conair Group; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Conair Group is seeking a skilled Paint Shop Technician to join our Abbotsford, BC team. This hands-on role covers all stages of the aircraft painting process, from surface prep to final coating and inspection, contributing to safe, durable, and high-quality finishes on our airtanker fleet.

You will work with minimal supervision under the Paint Shop Lead Hand, ensuring compliance with WHMIS and safety standards while mentoring junior teammates and supporting continuous improvement in finishing

Qualifications

• WHMIS and safe handling of coatings and chemicals.
• Advanced understanding of paints, primers, and surface prep techniques.
• Familiarity with aircraft materials and coating compatibility.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, drawings, and product specifications.
• Experience using and maintaining painting tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, clean, strip, chemically treat, and paint aircraft surfaces, components, and assemblies.
• Apply primers, coatings, decals, and custom markings to specification.
• Layout and mask designs, lettering, and registration markings from technical drawings.
• Inspect finished work for quality and standards compliance.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor less experienced team members.
• Promote a positive, safety-focused team culture.
• Stay current with maintenance bulletins and safety updates.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

WHMIS knowledge

Surface preparation

Coating application

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Refinish training (preferred)

5 years painting experience (preferred)

Aircraft refinishing experience (asset)

CCAA Painter Certification (asset)

Fluent in English

Tools

Painting tools & equipment

Safety gear & PPE

Spray equipment handling

Job description

1510 Tower St, Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 80 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 16 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.

We are seeking a skilled Paint Shop Technician to join our team in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Reporting to the Paint Shop Lead Hand, you will work with minimal supervision and play a key role in delivering high-quality aircraft finishes.

This is a hands‑on, detail-oriented role encompassing all stages of the aircraft painting process from surface preparation to final coating and inspection. Your work will directly contribute to the safety, durability, and appearance of our specialized fleet.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, clean, strip, chemically treat, and paint aircraft surfaces, components, and assemblies
• Apply primers, coatings, decals, and custom markings to specification
• Layout and mask designs, lettering, and registration markings from technical drawings
• Inspect finished work to ensure quality and compliance with standards
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Support and mentor less experienced team members
• Promote a positive, safety-focused team culture
• Stay current with maintenance bulletins, procedures, and safety updates
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of WHMIS requirements and safe handling of coatings and chemicals
• Advanced understanding of paints, primers, and surface preparation techniques
• Familiarity with aircraft materials and coating compatibility
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, drawings, and product specifications
• Experience using and maintaining painting tools and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills with a collaborative mindset

Training/Education

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Formal training in refinishing (preferred)
• 5 years of painting experience (preferred)
• Aircraft refinishing experience (asset)
• CCAA Painter Certification (asset)
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency).