Painter

VHR Global Technical Recruitment

Centralia

On-site

CAD 34,000 - 40,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Ongoing training and development
Aviation environment

Job summary

VHR Global Technical Recruitment is seeking an Aircraft Painter in Ontario to join a leading aviation maintenance and refurbishment company. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for career development within the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities include surface preparation, spray painting, finishing coats, and quality inspections. Must have at least 1 year of spray painting experience and be comfortable with lifting up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Qualifications

  • Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 1 year of spray painting experience.
  • Experience with industrial, automotive, or aircraft spray painting.
  • Experience with sanding, masking, surface preparation, and priming.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods.
  • Ability to work at heights.
  • Understanding of workplace safety procedures.
  • Willingness to work in environments involving chemicals, dust, and confined spaces.
  • Previous aircraft painting experience.
  • Fiberglass sanding experience.
  • Experience with composite and metal surface treatments.
  • Masking, prepping, detailing, or custom paint work experience.
  • WHMIS Training
  • Human Factors Training
  • Experience working within aviation or highly regulated industries

Responsibilities

  • Stripping, cleaning, and preparing aircraft surfaces for refinishing.
  • Sand ing, masking, and preparing surfaces for spray application.
  • Applying primers, base coats, and finishing coats using spray painting techniques.
  • Cleaning and preparing composite, fiberglass, and metal surfaces.
  • Removing and reapplying sealants as required.
  • Performing detailed touch-up and corrective paint work.
  • Masking and protecting aircraft components during paint operations.
  • Inspecting paint finishes and identifying quality defects.
  • Completing work documentation and maintaining quality records.
  • Supporting team members and carrying out additional duties as assigned.
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in accordance with company procedures

Skills

Spray painting
Surface preparation
Detail oriented
Teamwork
Safety awareness

Education

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

WHMIS Training

Job description

Aircraft Painter required to work for a leading aviation maintenance and refurbishment company.

This is an excellent opportunity based in Ontario to join an established Aviation Services company, whilst being rewarded with a competitive package and opportunities for career development within the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities
  • Stripping, cleaning, and preparing aircraft surfaces for refinishing
  • Sanding, masking, and preparing surfaces for spray application
  • Applying primers, base coats, and finishing coats using spray painting techniques
  • Cleaning and preparing composite, fiberglass, and metal surfaces
  • Removing and reapplying sealants (PRC) as required
  • Performing detailed touch-up and corrective paint work
  • Masking and protecting aircraft components during paint operations
  • Inspecting paint finishes and identifying quality defects
  • Completing work documentation and maintaining quality records
  • Supporting team members and carrying out additional duties as assigned
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in accordance with company procedures
Mandatory Requirements
  • Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of spray painting experience
  • Experience with industrial, automotive, or aircraft spray painting
  • Experience with sanding, masking, surface preparation, and priming
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
  • Ability to work at heights
  • Understanding of workplace safety procedures
  • Willingness to work in environments involving chemicals, dust, and confined spaces
  • Previous aircraft painting experience
  • Fiberglass sanding experience
  • Experience with composite and metal surface treatments
  • Masking, prepping, detailing, or custom paint work experience
  • WHMIS Training
  • Human Factors Training
  • Experience working within aviation or highly regulated industries
Additional Information
  • Competitive pay rate of $25.00 - $29.00 per hour, dependent upon experience
  • Opportunity to work within a professional aviation environment
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Must be capable of maintaining high situational awareness and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
  • Exposure to changing priorities and varying work conditions
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