Camouflage & Precision Painter – Vehicle Coatings

Akima; Chambersburg (Franklin County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations seeks a skilled painter to join our Pennsylvania team. You will spray enamel, lacquer, and vinyl coatings on vehicles and related equipment, including camouflage finishes on exterior surfaces.

You will mix paints, adjust spray settings, and ensure proper prep, cleanliness, and safety standards. The role requires 3-5 years of vehicle painting experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and may include 2nd shift work based on workload.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of vehicle painting experience.
• High school Diploma/GED or equivalent training.
• This Painter position may be assigned to work 2nd Shift.

Responsibilities

• Spray paints vehicles, weapons items, and camouflage finishes with enamel, lacquer, and vinyl materials.
• Apply specialty coatings and camouflage patterns on exterior surfaces.
• Mix, thin, and adjust paints; maintain spray equipment and pressures.
• Read technical manuals and ensure proper surface prep and safety procedures.
• Operates and maintains spray equipment and applies stencils or decals as required.

Skills

Vehicle painting

Education

High school Diploma/GED

Job description

Akima Facilities Operations seeks a skilled painter to join our Pennsylvania team. You will spray enamel, lacquer, and vinyl coatings on vehicles and related equipment, including camouflage finishes on exterior surfaces.

You will mix paints, adjust spray settings, and ensure proper prep, cleanliness, and safety standards. The role requires 3-5 years of vehicle painting experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and may include 2nd shift work based on workload.