Aircraft Painter II - Savannah

telstaffing; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Telstaffing in Savannah, GA is seeking an Aircraft Painter II who works with minimal supervision to safely prepare, paint, and detail aircraft according to schedule and company quality standards. The role requires reading blueprints, using paint spraying tools, and maintaining paint shop equipment.

Responsibilities include coordinating with supervision and Inspection for FAA sign-offs, following procedures for sealants and corrosion-preventive chemicals, and complying with safety rules.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years in related paint processes.
• Must read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing under minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications are met.
• Follow procedures when using tools and equipment (dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms, paint sprayers) and maintain shop equipment.
• Use sealants and corrosion-preventive chemicals with required protective equipment.
• Comply with safety rules, identify unsafe conditions, and address them to protect people and property.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign off work.
• Assist with aircraft movement in hangars and participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Paint processes experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

High School Diploma or GED required.

2 years in related paint processes.

Aircraft industry experience preferred.

Valid Drivers License required.

Position Purpose: The Aircraft Painter II works under minimum supervision to safely prepare, paint and detail aircraft according to schedule using company quality standards and operating procedures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

1. Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision. Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications.

2. Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms and paint sprayers. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.

3. Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and use protective equipment as required.

4. Comply with safety rules and procedures and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.

5. Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.

6. Assist with aircraft movement in hangars.

7. Offer continuous improvement ideas/participate in continuous improvement activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

2. Able to use tools and equipment associated with the aircraft painting process.

3. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.

4. Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification.

5. Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.

6. Must be computer literate.

7. working knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics) is necessary.

8. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.