Aircraft Technician, Paint Prep

PDS Tech Commercial; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an Aircraft Paint Prep Technician in Columbus, MS to prepare surfaces for paint and primer applications. You will support safety, craftsmanship, and quality during the aircraft finishing process.

The role emphasizes precise surface prep, masking, and clean work practices, with collaboration across the paint prep team to ensure smooth operations in a contract setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of related experience in surface preparation or painting.
• Ability to follow directives for surface preparation and layout taping.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs (14 kg) and operate PPE as required.
• Experience with PPE and safety procedures in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation, sanding and masking for painting.
• Tape components precisely to ensure paint is applied correctly.
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces and comply with cleanliness standards.
• Maintain low scrap levels while delivering high-quality output.
• Collaborate with team members for efficient paint prep processes.

Skills

Surface prep

Follow directions

PPE & safety

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Job description

Launch Your Aerospace Career as an Aircraft Paint Prep Technician!

Join PDS Tech Commercial and Help Deliver Excellence in Aviation

Location: Columbus, MS | Payrate: $30/hour

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace industry innovator to hire a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Paint Prep Technician. If you take pride in precision work, enjoy hands-on projects, and want to contribute to aircraft quality and performance, this is your opportunity to join a high-performing aviation team.

In this contract role, you’ll play a critical part in the aircraft finishing process by preparing surfaces for paint and primer applications while helping maintain the highest standards of safety, craftsmanship, and quality.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As an Aircraft Paint Prep Technician, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Surface Preparation : Sanding, masking, filling, and washing aircraft surfaces to prepare them for painting.

• Taping : Ensuring precise taping of components to ensure paint is applied only where required.

• Cleanliness & Organization : Keeping the workspace tidy and organized, while adhering to cleanliness standards as directed by leads and supervisors.

• Efficient Work Practices : Maintaining minimal scrap levels while ensuring the highest quality output.

• Collaboration : Working closely with team members to ensure seamless and efficient operations in the paint prep process.

What You Bring to the Role:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 months of related experience in surface preparation or painting in industrial, automotive, or aviation industries.

• Ability to follow directives for surface preparation and layout taping.

• Basic physical abilities to perform lifting, carrying, and maneuvering tools and equipment (up to 30lbs/14kgs).

• Must be able to work with various office and production equipment, including hydraulic lifts, and operate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aviation-related paint experience is a plus, though not mandatory.

• A keen attention to detail and a commitment to quality in every task.

Ready to Take Off?

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $30.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.