Paint/Cleaner

Velocity Aerospace Group Inc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company |

Paid holidays

Vacation & PTO

Job summary

Velocity Aerospace Group Inc. seeks a dependable Painter and Surface Prep Technician in Burbank, CA. Responsibilities include sanding, masking, mixing paints, and applying coatings to aircraft components.

Aviation experience is a plus, but candidates from automotive or industrial backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical plans, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, and telemedicine

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sanding and painting experience.
• Experience mixing paint with catalysts.
• Experience using painting equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft components for painting by sanding, cleaning, masking, and surface preparation.
• Mix paints and catalysts according to manufacturer specifications.
• Apply primers and topcoats to repaired aircraft components.
• Inspect finished work to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Properly handle paints, solvents, and related materials.
• Work with production and repair teams to meet quality standards and delivery schedules.
• Follow company procedures and safety requirements.

Skills

Sanding experience

Painting experience

Catalyst mixing

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Painting equipment

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Painter and Surface Prep Technician to join our growing team. This position is responsible for preparing, sanding, masking, mixing paint, and applying coatings to repaired aircraft components. While aviation experience is a plus, we are open to candidates from automotive, industrial, manufacturing, marine, or similar industries who have a strong work ethic, take pride in quality workmanship, and are looking for a long-term opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare aircraft components for painting by sanding, cleaning, masking, and surface preparation.
• Mix paints and catalysts according to manufacturer specifications.
• Apply primers and topcoats to repaired aircraft components.
• Inspect finished work to ensure quality and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Properly handle paints, solvents, and related materials.
• Work with production and repair teams to meet quality standards and delivery schedules.
• Follow company procedures and safety requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of sanding and painting experience.
• Experience mixing paint with catalysts.
• Experience using painting equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Education: high school graduate or equivalent.

We offer competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. Full-time associates are eligible for health benefits starting the first of the month after 30 days of employment. Our benefits include four medical plans, two dental plans, vision coverage, company-paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flex spending accounts, and telemedicine services. In addition, you'll enjoy vacation and PTO time accrued with each pay cycle, with a vacation carryover/payout option at year-end, 9 paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company match contributions.

EOE/Vets/Disabled

Pay Rate $18-20 Per Hour

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