Lead Paint Technician

flyExclusive; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Relocation assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

flyExclusive is seeking a Lead Paint Technician to oversee aircraft stripping, priming and base coat applications in our hangar environment. You will mentor teammates, ensure compliance with FAA guidelines and safety rules, and coordinate with parts to secure materials needed for daily jobs.

The role requires a thorough knowledge of paint processes and the ability to adapt to varying daily tasks across aircraft types.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Valid US passport preferred; must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• 10+ years of current corporate jet experience in stripping, sanding, priming and painting.
• Comprehensive background check and FAA safety requirements apply.
• Safety-sensitive role; subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee prepping for strip, priming, and base coat application.
• Follow manufacturer maintenance manuals during painting processes.
• Train team members to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Schedule with parts to ensure materials are available.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Air equipment

Polisher

Sander

Stripper pump

Electrostatic paint guns

Laser level

Self-starter

Driver's license

Attendance flexibility

Self-motivated

Reading drawings

Customer service

Outdoor work

Flexible shifts

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Scissor Lift Certification

Job description

About FlyExclusive

flyExclusive is one of the fastest-growing private aviation companies in the country — and we are just getting started. We operate a modern, curated fleet and deliver a world-class experience to our customers, backed by a team that holds itself to the highest standards of safety, service, and operational excellence. From our roots in Kinston, North Carolina to our expanding Raleigh headquarters, we are building something the industry has not seen before.

Why flyExclusive?

As we continue to build a leading aviation brand, nothing is more critical to this mission than the talented professionals that make up flyExclusive. We’re more than just a private jet company. We go beyond the industry standard to create a uniquely detailed customer experience that is visible throughout all our departments, from our software design and fleet coordinator teams to our pilots and technicians. If you are looking for people who motivate others around them, and build relationships that create trust and open communication, you will find that here. The people at flyExclusive create a culture of positivity and aren't afraid to make decisions for the good of their team and the company.

If that sounds like you, come and work with us at flyExclusive! We offer competitive pay within the aviation industry, generous time off with flexible scheduling, a great benefits package including 401k matching, relocation assistance, and career growth opportunities!

Job Summary

The Lead Paint Technician position requires advanced knowledge of the paint process. The job includes varying amounts of general mechanical applications as listed below. Job duties will vary each day and a vast knowledge of strip and paint processes between the hangars is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
• Notify Manager/Director in advance of shift starting if unable to work for any reason.
• Overseeing the processes of prepping and painting aircraft per manufacturers maintenance manuals.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Sanding, priming, painting and detailing of aircraft.
• Training individual team members to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Scheduling with parts department to ensure necessary materials required to complete the jobs are available.
• Paint shop quality control to include buying off of all processes.
• Delegation of maintaining the premises of the paint shop and work facilities in a clean and orderly manner.
• Many duties of the Paint Shop Lead may be delegated by him to qualified subordinates as deemed necessary; however, such delegation does not relieve the tech of the overall responsibility.
• Any other job-related duties assigned by Manager/Supervisor or Director.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use Air equipment, polisher, and sander.
• Stripper pump, electrostatic paint guns, pressure posts, and laser level.
• Being a self-starter who is highly motivated with strong initiative
• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel
• Must have regular attendance and be able to work overtime when needed and potentially work alternate shifts as determined by aircraft schedules and manpower needs.
• Self-motivated, able to work unsupervised and maintain a rapid pace. Quality oriented.
• Ability to read detailed drawings and understand renderings. Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer service-oriented work habits.
• Work is done primarily outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Basic Understanding of Computer Applications and Data Entries.
• Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English.
• Work is done primarily outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.

Competencies

• Microsoft Office Suites
• Corridor preferred
• Forklift Certified Preferred
• Scissor Lift Certified Preferred
• Understanding and implementing regulations and guidelines including OSHA, Hazmat, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Oversee Prepping for Strip, Prep for prime, and Prep for base coat application.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits.
• Responsible for contacting other technicians/leads/Supervisors in all other departments as well as communicating on all jobs in the shop for interdepartmental flow continuity.
• Responsible for communicating with Paint Department leadership
• Responsible for contacting company sales representatives.
• Responsible for communicating with customers or outside vendors.

Work Environment

• Exposure to loud noises including but not limited to airplane machinery and jet engines.
• Mostly outside the industrial environment in a heated hangar or shop area.
• Varied positions in and around the aircraft.
• Tugs, power carts, and other engine-powered equipment will be used.
• Able to work around noise, dust, chemicals and paint fumes.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to see and hear clearly.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English clearly
• Pass pulmonary physical prior to employment
• Pass respiratory fit test, as you must wear protective gear
• Work standing on ladder or scaffold
• Ability to climb, twist, bend, crouch, stoop, kneel, and crawl
• Ability to move in tight quarters.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work in all weather conditions as needed
• Ability to regularly push/pull up to 70 pounds
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Pass pulmonary physical prior to employment.
• Pass the respiratory fit test, as you must wear protective gear.

Dress Code and Uniform

• Uniform provided
• Well-groomed appearance
• Adherence to department dress code
• This position requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, eye protection, gloves, and coveralls as required by OSHA and company safety policies.

EEO Statement

flyExclusive does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, status as a parent, marital status, political affiliation, or retaliation based on prior protected EEO activity.

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 job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Possess a valid driver's license and US Passport (preferred).
• At least 10 + years current corporate jet experience, stripping, sanding, priming and painting corporate or commercial aircraft or the equivalent.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States without sponsorship.
• Candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment. This includes verification of previous employment, education, criminal history, and any other relevant information necessary to determine the suitability for the position.
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive role under Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and is subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with FAA guidelines
• Adhere to all relevant procedures, whether communicated verbally or in writing, when executing assigned responsibilities that involve the utilization of a respirator and undergoing a PFT (pulmonary function test).