Aviation Paint Technician — Weekend Shift

West Star Aviation Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

401(k) with match

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician for a weekend shift in Grand Junction, CO. This full-time, on-site role involves painting aircraft with attention to detail and adherence to FAA guidelines. The ideal candidate has 0+ years in aviation painting and can perform masking, priming, and finish work.

The position offers a weekend schedule (Fri-Sun, 6:00am–6:30pm), plus a shift differential and benefits from day one. A valid driver’s license or passport is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Vo-tech paint program or on-the-job training is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal.

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 finished paint jobs.
• Paint mixing and paint matching.
• Communicate clearly in English.

Skills

English communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vo-tech paint program or on-the-job training

Tools

Electrostatic paint guns

Polisher and sander

Stripper pump

Tugs and power carts

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Paint Technician for a weekend shift in Grand Junction, CO. This full-time, on-site role involves painting aircraft with attention to detail and adherence to FAA guidelines. The ideal candidate has 0+ years in aviation painting and can perform masking, priming, and finish work.

The position offers a weekend schedule (Fri-Sun, 6:00am–6:30pm), plus a shift differential and benefits from day one. A valid driver’s license or passport is preferred.