Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
Commercial Painter - Airport Infrastructure Project
- Long-term commercial painter position for prestigious 5-year airport infrastructure improvement project
- Work within secure airport environment requiring security clearance and highest professional standards
- Opportunity to maintain and upgrade critical airport facilities including terminals, hangars, and support structures
- Position demands precision, reliability, and ability to work efficiently around active airport operations
Surface Preparation and Assessment
- Prepare surfaces on metal structures, stucco exterior walls, interior drywall systems, and concrete surfaces
- Perform cleaning, sanding, scraping, and priming activities across diverse substrate materials
- Assess surface conditions and identify appropriate preparation methods for different environmental conditions
- Remove existing coatings when necessary and repair minor surface defects
- Apply appropriate primers to ensure optimal coating adhesion and longevity
Coating Application and Quality Control
- Apply protective and decorative coatings using brush and roller techniques
- Work with various coating types including latex paints, epoxy systems, specialty aviation-grade coatings, and anti-corrosion treatments
- Apply weather-resistant finishes designed for harsh airport environments
- Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with project specifications
- Maintain detailed records of materials used and surfaces covered
Safety and Security Compliance
- Adhere to construction safety protocols and specialized airport security procedures
- Use personal protective equipment and comply with confined space entry procedures when applicable
- Coordinate with airport operations to minimize disruption to ongoing activities
- Report to project supervisors regarding progress and any encountered challenges
Experience and Background
- Minimum five years of commercial painting experience with multiple surface types and coating systems
- Substantial experience on large-scale commercial or industrial projects
- Ability to obtain and maintain airport security clearance
- Must successfully pass comprehensive background investigations including criminal history checks, employment verification, and personal reference reviews
- Clean background with no disqualifying criminal history, particularly theft, violence, or security-related offenses
Technical Expertise
- Proficiency in surface preparation techniques for metal, stucco, drywall, concrete, and composite materials
- Competency with power tools, sanders, pressure washers, and various cleaning equipment
- Knowledge of proper primer selection and application techniques for different substrate materials
- Coating application skills with brush, roller, and spray equipment operation
- Understanding of proper thinning ratios, environmental application limitations, and quality control inspection techniques
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work at heights using scaffolding and aerial lift equipment
- Capability to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
- Physical stamina for extended periods of standing, climbing, and repetitive motions
- Visual acuity sufficient to detect color variations and surface defects
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in airport, government, or high-security environments
- Certifications from NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) or SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings)
- Experience with specialty coatings such as epoxies, polyurethanes, and anti-corrosion systems
- Proficiency with spray application equipment including airless sprayers, conventional spray guns, and electrostatic application systems
- Industry-recognized painting credentials and safety training certifications
Security Requirements
- Strict adherence to access control procedures and proper identification badge display
- Compliance with escort requirements in restricted areas
- Immediate reporting of suspicious activities or security concerns
- Personal belongings subject to security screening with certain prohibited items in secure areas