AIRCRAFT PAINTER

AIRBORNE Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with 5% match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Training and professional development

Job summary

AIRBORNE Tampa is seeking an aircraft painter to apply coatings to aircraft and parts in compliance with company policies, government regulations, and manufacturer specifications. The role requires completing refinishing tasks on aircraft and components and maintaining spray equipment per instructions.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of finish coat painting experience in aviation or automotive settings, knowledge of hazmat handling, and the ability to work flexible hours, including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe license preferred but not required.
• Two (2) years of finish coat experience in automotive or aircraft painting.
• Must have an understanding and working knowledge of hazardous material handling and disposal as related to the job assignment.
• Basic understanding of FAA regulations pertaining to FAR Part 145 repair station operations.
• Possess minimum required tools.
• Must be able to obtain airport SIDA badge.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Refinishes aircraft, aircraft parts, and other items as assigned.
• Works to verbal or written instructions.
• Ensures paint spraying equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
• Mixes material used in paint process.

Skills

Finish coat experience

Hazardous material handling

FAA FAR Part 145 knowledge

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools

Paint spraying equipment

Job description

This position is responsible for coating surfaces of aircraft and aircraft parts with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin, or other materials in accordance with policies, procedures, requirements, and specifications established by the Company, applicable government agencies, and aircraft manufacturers as contained in approved Maintenance Manuals.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid company holidays

401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe license preferred but not required

Two (2) years of finish coat experience in automotive or aircraft painting

Must have an understanding and working knowledge of hazardous material handling and disposal as related to the job assignment

Basic understanding of FAA regulations pertaining to FAR Part 145 repair station operations

Possess minimum required tools

Must be able to obtain airport SIDA badge

Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

Works to verbal or written instructions

Refinishes aircraft, aircraft parts, and other items as assigned

Ensures paint spraying equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions

Mixes material used in paint process

Physical Requirements

Ability to climb and work from ladders, work stands, and other heights

Ability to sit, stand, bend, crouch, kneel, and walk for extended periods

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Ability to hear at conversational level with hearing aide

Must have correctable near and far vision

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