Aerospace MIL-Spec Painter & Coatings Tech (Evening)

Automation Personnel Services; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is hiring a MIL-Spec Aerospace Painter Coating Technician for a company based in Clearwater, FL. You will work on coating aerospace components, interpreting blueprints and tolerances, and ensuring strict quality standards in a fast-growing metal finishing environment.

The role offers a competitive pay rate, Monday–Friday schedule, and potential for advancement. Candidates must have 5+ years of metal finishing experience and pass a painting qualification test.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in a metal finishing manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation and industrial coatings.
• Ability to read and execute surface preparation and finishing requirements per blueprint specifications.
• Mathematical skills to perform shop calculations related to coatings and production.
• Ability to use computers to access and maintain production data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must pass a painting qualification test prior to hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming according to specifications.
• Apply MIL-Spec coatings using approved methods and techniques to meet aerospace and defense standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical data, and coating specifications to ensure compliance.
• Mix coatings, solvents, and pre-treatment materials accurately according to manufacturer and specification requirements.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, thickness, adhesion, and proper finish.
• Replace markings and lettering as per specification requirements.
• Assist with the layout of sheet metal and extrusion parts when required.

Skills

Metal finishing experience

Blueprint reading

Coatings application

Surface preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Automation Personnel Services is hiring a MIL-Spec Aerospace Painter Coating Technician for a company based in Clearwater, FL. You will work on coating aerospace components, interpreting blueprints and tolerances, and ensuring strict quality standards in a fast-growing metal finishing environment.

The role offers a competitive pay rate, Monday–Friday schedule, and potential for advancement. Candidates must have 5+ years of metal finishing experience and pass a painting qualification test.