MIL-Spec Aerospace Painter Coating Technician

Automation Personnel Services; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is hiring a MIL-Spec Aerospace Painter Coating Technician for a company based in Clearwater, FL. You will work on coating aerospace components, interpreting blueprints and tolerances, and ensuring strict quality standards in a fast-growing metal finishing environment.

The role offers a competitive pay rate, Monday–Friday schedule, and potential for advancement. Candidates must have 5+ years of metal finishing experience and pass a painting qualification test.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in a metal finishing manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation and industrial coatings.
• Ability to read and execute surface preparation and finishing requirements per blueprint specifications.
• Mathematical skills to perform shop calculations related to coatings and production.
• Ability to use computers to access and maintain production data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must pass a painting qualification test prior to hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming according to specifications.
• Apply MIL-Spec coatings using approved methods and techniques to meet aerospace and defense standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical data, and coating specifications to ensure compliance.
• Mix coatings, solvents, and pre-treatment materials accurately according to manufacturer and specification requirements.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, thickness, adhesion, and proper finish.
• Replace markings and lettering as per specification requirements.
• Assist with the layout of sheet metal and extrusion parts when required.

Skills

Metal finishing experience

Blueprint reading

Coatings application

Surface preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MIL-Spec Aerospace Painter Coating Technician Automation Personnel Services is looking for a MIL-Spec Aerospace Painter Coating Technician for a company based in Clearwater, FL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while being a key part of a dynamic team in a fast-growing aerospace and defense metal finishing manufacturer.

Pay Rate

$25.00+ per hour, depending on experience

Schedule and Hours

Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm to 12:00 am.

Must be able to train on 1st shift, 6:30 am-3:30 pm.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming according to specifications.
• Apply MIL-Spec coatings using approved methods and techniques to meet aerospace and defense standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical data, and coating specifications to ensure compliance.
• Mix coatings, solvents, and pre-treatment materials accurately according to manufacturer and specification requirements.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, thickness, adhesion, and proper finish.
• Replace markings and lettering s per specification requirements.
• Assist with the layout of sheet metal and extrusion parts when required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ years of experience in a metal finishing manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation and industrial coatings.
• Ability to read and execute surface preparation and finishing requirements per blueprint specifications.
• Mathematical skills to perform shop calculations related to coatings and production.
• Ability to use computers to access and maintain production data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must pass a painting qualification test prior to hire.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Type

Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k)RetirementPlan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Automation Personnel ServicesTampaBranch

3918 West Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33614

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 1 1-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-202).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-202).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer APS Tampa