Painter

GA Telesis, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GA Telesis in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking an Aircraft Painter to prepare aircraft articles for coating, apply finishes, and ensure workmanship meets safety and quality standards.

You will use prep tools, glaze and sealants, operate painting equipment, and follow hazardous-material disposal procedures while supporting a clean, efficient paint shop and a collaborative team. A HS diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Pass Pulmonary Function Test for respirator certification.
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft painting process.
• Detail oriented with a team-first attitude and focus on quality.
• Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, and diagram/schedule form.
• Two years of related experience; experience in commercial/automotive refinishing acceptable.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Mask, sand, and prepare the article for paint application.
• Apply glaze and sealing compounds in preparation for the final painting.
• Operate and maintain preparation and priming equipment.
• Mix paints and primers.
• Perform sealant work in final detail.
• Comply with safety and housekeeping policies and PPE usage.
• Care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned.
• Follow paint shop standard practices and hazardous material disposal procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Respirator certification

Tools & equipment handling

Team player

Detail oriented

Read instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Paint tools & equipment

Job description

GA Telesis is a global leader providing integrated solutions to the aviation and aerospace industries, with a continuously expanding presence in new countries worldwide. We serve over 2,000 customers, including airlines, original equipment manufacturers, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers. GA Telesis Ecosystem™ is a vast global network spanning 54 locations in 30 countries on six continents. At GA Telesis, our core business is integrated aviation solutions, and our mission is customer success.

The Aircraft Painter plays a key role in maintaining high-quality standards while complying with GA Telesis processes. This role will be responsible for preparing the article for paint-related operations by performing tasks safely within schedule while meeting quality expectations.

Important Notice: Eligibility Requirement: Only U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents will be considered for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Mask, sand, and prepare the article for paint application.


• Apply glaze and sealing compounds in preparation for the final painting.


• Operate and maintain all types of preparation and priming equipment.


• Mix paints and primers.


• Perform leading-edge sealant work in final detail.


• Comply with all safety and housekeeping policies.


• Use personal protective equipment.


• Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools as assigned.


• Comply with Paint shop standard practices.


• Comply with hazardous material disposal procedures.


• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification.


• Ability to use tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft painting process.


• Must have a great attitude and team player mentality and be detailed oriented- quality and precision-focused.


• The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.


• Two years of related experience. Relevant experience gained in commercial/automotive refinishing is acceptable.


• High School Diploma or GED required.