Aviation Paint Technician — On-Site, Day-One Benefits

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day One for EligibleEmployees

Medical, Dental, Vision with HSA/FSA

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Holidays & PTO Accruals

Flexible Work Schedules

Weekly Pay

Bonus Opportunity

Internal Mobility & Career Advancement

Job summary

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Paint Technician for an on-site, full-time role. You will paint aircraft—from standard stripes to detailed artwork—using masking, sanding, and finishing techniques in a fast-paced hangar environment.

Tech I–Master Tech levels (0–6+ years in aviation or related fields) welcome. Benefits start at hire and include medical/dental, 401(k) match, paid time off, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Vo-tech preferred.
• A valid driver’s license for airline travel and/or a valid passport ideal.
• 0–2 years paint experience (Tech I).
• 2–4 years paint experience (Tech II).
• 4–6 years paint experience (Tech III).
• 6+ years in aviation interiors (Master Tech).

Responsibilities

• Masking and taping aircraft parts to avoid overspray.
• Sanding primer.
• Blowing and cleaning aircraft with thinner.
• Washing the paint booth.
• Applying all layers of paint including top coat.
• Laying out stripe and design schemes.
• Prep and scuff paint for trim.
• Re-masking aircraft and detail work.
• Inspect completed paint jobs.
• Paint mixing and paint matching.
• Communicate in English.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

English communication

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vo-tech paint training or on-the-job experience preferred

Tools

Air equipment

Polisher

Sander

Electrostatic paint guns

Tugs & power carts

Job description

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Paint Technician for an on-site, full-time role. You will paint aircraft—from standard stripes to detailed artwork—using masking, sanding, and finishing techniques in a fast-paced hangar environment.

Tech I–Master Tech levels (0–6+ years in aviation or related fields) welcome. Benefits start at hire and include medical/dental, 401(k) match, paid time off, and weekly pay.