Aircraft Body Shop Technician — Paint Prep & Masking

Epic Aircraft, LLC; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &

401(k) with 3% match

Two weeks paid time off

Seven paid holidays

Discretionary year-end bonus

Job summary

Epic Aircraft in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Body Shop Technician to prepare surfaces, perform bodywork, and support painting operations. You will mask parts, sand primed surfaces, and help with wet lay-up processes while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role offers day and afternoon shifts with starting pay of $22.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on shift, plus benefits and opportunities for growth within an expanding aerospace manufacturer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Bodywork, automotive painting, or paint preparation experience is preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with a positive attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following instructions and producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated, organized, dependable, and driven.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and grow within the organization.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation and bodywork on aircraft parts prior to priming
• Block and sand primed parts to ensure smooth, paint-ready surfaces
• Assist with wet lay-up processes as required
• Mask aircraft parts and components in preparation for painting
• Complete required production and quality documentation
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the body shop and staging areas
• Follow all safety and quality standards
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Organized

Dependable

Willingness to learn

Work authorization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Epic Aircraft in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Body Shop Technician to prepare surfaces, perform bodywork, and support painting operations. You will mask parts, sand primed surfaces, and help with wet lay-up processes while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role offers day and afternoon shifts with starting pay of $22.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on shift, plus benefits and opportunities for growth within an expanding aerospace manufacturer.