General Laborer Exterior Production - Weekend Shift

Cirrus; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus is hiring for a General Laborer on the weekend shift. The role focuses on the exterior finishing of aircraft, involving tasks like surface preparation, primer application, and final detailing. Successful candidates will likely have a high school diploma and some related experience; strong manual dexterity and attention to detail are key for this fast-paced job.

Benefits

401k Match Up To 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

100 hours accrued PTO within the first year

8 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Familiarity with aircraft painting processes, primer application, sanding, buffing, and polishing techniques.
• 1-12 months related experience and/or training equivalents.
• Strong ability to inspect work for quality.

Responsibilities

• Prep aircraft surfaces for paint by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas.
• Apply primer to aircraft surfaces.
• Sand, buff, and polish painted surfaces.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Ability to operate tools

Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tools and equipment like sanders and spray guns

Job description

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Job Summary

The Aircraft Exterior Finisher in training is responsible for learning the various tasks that prepare and complete the aircraft for delivery. These include prepping the aircraft for painting, applying primer, and sanding surfaces. After the painting process, the finisher sands, buffs, and polishes the aircraft to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish. Other duties involve applying cosmetic sealants, installing vinyl stripes, handling minor assembly, and performing final detailing to ensure the aircraft meets both quality standards and customer expectations.

Job Summary

The Aircraft Exterior Finisher in training is responsible for learning the various tasks that prepare and complete the aircraft for delivery. These include prepping the aircraft for painting, applying primer, and sanding surfaces. After the painting process, the finisher sands, buffs, and polishes the aircraft to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish. Other duties involve applying cosmetic sealants, installing vinyl stripes, handling minor assembly, and performing final detailing to ensure the aircraft meets both quality standards and customer expectations.

Two targeted promotions within your first year if starting at the Training Rate (TR).

$3K Sign-on eligible until further notice.

Schedule: This is a weekend shift position Fri-Sun; 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM; 12% Shift Differential. Overtime as required

Duties And Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Level TR Technicians utilize experience, education, and training to ensure proficiency in one of the primary areas in the Painting area and must master an area before moving into another process area.
• Surface Preparation: Prep aircraft surfaces for paint by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas to ensure proper adhesion and a smooth finish.
• Primer Application: Apply primer to aircraft surfaces as part of the preparation process, ensuring even coverage and surface readiness for paint.
• Post-Paint Finishing: Sand, buff, and polish painted surfaces to achieve a high-quality, smooth finish that meets visual standards.
• Cosmetic Sealant Application: Apply cosmetic sealants to aircraft surfaces for protection and aesthetic enhancement.
• Vinyl Stripes Installation: Install vinyl stripes on the aircraft, ensuring precise alignment and a professional appearance.
• Assembly: Perform basic assembly tasks, such as installing parts and hardware, as required by the engineering drawings.
• Detailing: Perform final detailing, including cleaning and inspecting aircraft to ensure it meets all quality standards before customer delivery.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-12 months related experience and/or training equivalents
• Previous experience in aircraft finishing, painting, or a similar field is highly desirable.; mechanical background a plus.
• Familiarity with aircraft painting processes, primer application, sanding, buffing, and polishing techniques.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment such as sanders, buffers, and spray guns, with precision and care.
• Basic ability to use a computer and computer software.
• Strong ability to inspect work for quality, ensuring surfaces are smooth and free of defects.
• Manual dexterity ability to use hands with precision on small items and in small spaces.
• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment.
  
  

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus Offers The Following Competitive Benefit Options

• 401k Match Up To 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 100 hours accrued PTO within the first year
• 8 paid holidays
  
  

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Employment type

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• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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