Aircraft Painter

Ascent Aviation Services Corp.; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Company Match

4 Weeks PTO in the First Year

Company-Provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Development and Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A leading aviation service provider is seeking an Aircraft Painter in Marana, AZ. The role involves preparing surfaces, mixing paints, and executing high-quality finishing work on aircraft. Candidates should have 1-3 years of painting experience and an attention to detail. This position offers comprehensive benefits like a 401k with company match, paid time off, and development opportunities. This is a full-time role with a potential hybrid working condition.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of painting experience.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Research technical data to perform painting functions.
• Prepare surfaces prior to painting.
• Mix and thin paint to specified colors.

Skills

Painting experience

Attention to detail

Job description

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Aircraft Painter

Marana, AZ, US

Who we are and where we are going:

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career-minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research technical data and performs aircraft painting functions applying knowledge of surface preparation and painting techniques in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation policies and procedures.
• Cleans, sands, and applies chemical solutions to prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting.
• Mixes and thins paint or other coatings to specified color and consistency according to standard formulas or color charts.
• Masks and covers surface not to be painted.
• Sprays specified amount of thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel onto prepared surfaces using spray equipment.
• Performs maintenance work such as repair and maintenance of company equipment and shop housecleaning.
• Strips, Sands masks, and insignias, symbols, designs, or other markings on aircraft according to blueprints or specifications, using stencils patterns, measuring instruments, brushes, or spray equipment.
• Regulates controls on equipment to cure and dry paint or other coatings.
• Sets up portable ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding prior to painting.
• Ensures that proper documentation is made on training record for training received, and signed by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Operates lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas to be painted.
• Performs duties of the Lead Painter in his/her absence.

YOU WILL GET MORE THAN JUST COMPENSTATION

• 401k with Company Match
• PTO - Eligible for 4 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• 1-3 years of painting experience
• Capable of working independently or under supervision.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Excellent attention to detail and mathematical proficiency
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English with the capability to follow written instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

• Protective equipment required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, apron, gloves, safety harness, breathing equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work location will include aircraft Maintenance hangars, the flightline, and Avionics shop.
• Potential hazards include exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, materials identified on the Safety Data Sheets, and working around moving machinery.

OTHER DUTIES

• May be required to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
• Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of department management.

SMS REQUIREMENTS

• Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
• Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
• An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct or condition a situation.

Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS