Airport Painter & Pavement Marking Expert

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Virginia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking a skilled Painter to maintain painted surfaces at Reagan National and Dulles International Airports. You will prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and protect areas during projects, working from scaffolds or lifts.

The role requires four years of painting experience, knowledge of coatings, and the ability to read blueprints. Expect night shifts during peak seasons and adherence to airport safety standards.

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible painting experience.
• Full journey-level capability to paint interiors, exteriors, pavements, and vehicle surfaces.
• Knowledge of primers, coatings, and proper application.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Commitment to safety and use of PPE.

Responsibilities

• Apply paint and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
• Prepare surfaces and protect areas to be painted.
• Remove old coatings and clean work areas.
• Repair surfaces and work from scaffolds or lifts.
• Lays out pavement markings per FAA/VDOT specs.
• Operate paint-related equipment and assist in other tasks.

Skills

Four years of experience in painting

Reading blueprints/schematics

Use of painting tools/equipment

Safety procedures knowledge

Carrying out surface preparation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paint tools & equipment

Scaffolds/lifts

Airfield/stencil equipment

Job description

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking a skilled Painter to maintain painted surfaces at Reagan National and Dulles International Airports. You will prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and protect areas during projects, working from scaffolds or lifts.

The role requires four years of painting experience, knowledge of coatings, and the ability to read blueprints. Expect night shifts during peak seasons and adherence to airport safety standards.