Painter 4 California

Valence; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Valence is seeking an experienced Painter to perform all phases of surface preparation and painting on aircraft parts at our Lynwood, CA location. You will interpret job specifications, mix paints, prep surfaces, and apply coatings in line with technical documentation and quality standards.

The role requires at least 5 years of aircraft painting experience and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aircraft painting or aerospace surface processing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts to determine painting requirements based on shop paperwork
• Select and verify appropriate paint per job specifications
• Mix paint in accordance with Technical Data Sheets or manufacturer’s instructions
• Prepare surfaces, including minor sanding and cleaning
• Apply coatings such as epoxy, lacquer, resin, and final color coats
• Paint a variety of surfaces and metals using proper techniques
• Replace paint booth filters contaminated with chromate or solvents
• Adhere to safety protocols, including use of PPE and respirators
• Coordinate tasks with team members to ensure workflow efficiency
• Complete assigned tasks within designated time frames
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Accountability

Attention to detail

Applied learning

Oral communication

Customer-focused

Motivated

Integrity

Goal-oriented

Initiative

Job description

Job Status: Onsite, Full-Time

Location: Lynwood, CA 90262

Pay Range: $18.00 – $28.00 per hour (DOE)

Painter is responsible for performing all phases of surface preparation and painting on aircraft parts. This includes interpreting job specifications, mixing paints, preparing surfaces, and applying coatings in accordance with technical documentation and quality standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Accommodations may be made to support qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Inspect parts to determine painting requirements based on shop paperwork
• Select and verify appropriate paint per job specifications
• Mix paint in accordance with Technical Data Sheets or manufacturer’s instructions
• Prepare surfaces, including minor sanding and cleaning
• Apply coatings such as epoxy, lacquer, resin, and final color coats
• Paint a variety of surfaces and metals using proper techniques
• Replace paint booth filters contaminated with chromate or solvents
• Adhere to safety protocols, including use of PPE and respirators
• Coordinate tasks with team members to ensure workflow efficiency
• Complete assigned tasks within designated time frames
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aircraft painting or aerospace surface processing

Skills & Competencies

• Accountability
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Applied learning and continuous improvement
• Strong oral communication
• Customer-focused attitude
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Ethical conduct and integrity
• Goal-oriented mindset
• Initiative and sound judgment
• Reliable and responsible

Physical & Sensory Requirements

• Near, peripheral, color, and depth vision
• Ability to hear typical conversations
• Sense of smell and touchAbility to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators and protective clothing