Aviation Aircraft Paint Technician – Refinishing Expert

West Star Aviation Inc.; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician for its DAS Aviation unit in Solon, Ohio.

The role involves refinishing aircraft, interpreting PDS sheets, and applying basecoat, clearcoat, primer, and sealers in a compliant shop environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, ability to travel to customer hangars, pass respirator fit tests, and perform duties under FAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Paint processes (Mixing materials, Color camera, mixing computer, Paint gun operation, Paint booth operations, Prep deck operations, Blending of Single Stage and Clearcoat).
• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to travel to customer hangars as needed.

Responsibilities

• Understand PDS Sheets and mix ratios for all materials used.
• Spray Single Stage, Basecoat, Clearcoat, Primer, Anti-static, and Sealers.
• Understand spray gun functions and adjustments for different materials.
• Pass Respirator Fit Test and Medical Evaluation (full or half face).
• Maintain, clean, and repair shop facilities, equipment, and tooling as needed.
• Safely operate Paint Booth, Prep Deck and related equipment.
• Use computer systems to navigate training, manuals, maintenance databases, and color-matching software.
• Communicate effectively in English (spoken and written).
• Travel to customer hangars to perform paint work as required.

Skills

PDS Sheets

Spray Techniques

Spray Gun Basics

Respirator Fit Test

Shop Maintenance

Equipment Operation

Computer Skills

English Proficiency

Travel Flexibility

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Paint Guns

Mixing Computer

Prep Deck

Paint Booth

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician for its DAS Aviation unit in Solon, Ohio.

The role involves refinishing aircraft, interpreting PDS sheets, and applying basecoat, clearcoat, primer, and sealers in a compliant shop environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, ability to travel to customer hangars, pass respirator fit tests, and perform duties under FAA guidelines.