Aircraft Paint & Touch Up Technician - 964

West Star Aviation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an Aircraft Paint Touch-Up Technician. The role focuses on detailing, wash, waxing, and painting, with emphasis on precision in paint mixing and matching.

You will inspect paint work and supervise airframe detailing, while maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced hangar environment. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license for travel, or a passport, and demonstrate strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal.
• Good communication skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform, wash, wax and detail work of aircraft interiors and exteriors.
• Polish, buff or treat aircraft sections as required.
• Inspect completed paint jobs and monitor detailing.
• Paint mixing and paint matching.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license for airline travel (ideal)

Passport ideal

Tools

Air equipment

Polisher

Sander

Laser level

Job description

What you can expect as a Aircraft Paint Touch-up Technician at West Star:

This position requires knowledge aircraft paint detailing and bright work. If you have a creative edge and a desire for working with your hands, then this is the position for you.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

• Perform, wash, wax and detail work of aircraft interiors and exteriors.
• Polish, buff or treat aircraft sections as required.
• Shop floor clean-up and assistance in other minor cleaning duties.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
• Monitor and inspect aircraft detailing.
• Inspect completed paint jobs.
• Paint mixing and paint matching.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Your Education

What you’ll need to bring with you:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal.

Your Initiative

We’re looking for team players who are self‑motivated, flexible and skilled at working in a fast‑paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense Of Responsibility

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.

Notify the supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each day.

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Assist with painting, painting base coat and layout.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer‑oriented work habits.

Other Particulars

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Work standing on ladder or scaffold.
• Pass pulmonary physical.
• Pass respiratory fit test, as you must wear protective gear.

Requirements

Mental Requirements

• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines including but not limited to OSHA, haz mat, etc.
• Logically work with mechanical processes.
• Work with others in a professional manner.
• Good communication skills.

Supervision

Work under supervision of your Team Leader.

Working Conditions

• The majority of work will be accomplished in a heated hangar or shop area.
• Work in aircraft on ramp may occur.
• Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used

• Air equipment, polisher and sander.
• Stripper pump, electrostatic paint guns, pressure posts, and laser level.
• Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.

Company Description

With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full‑service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well‑being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

Full Time

On‑Site

Chattanooga, TN, USA

Aircraft Paint & Touch Up Technician - 964