Painter A/C&Maint A - 2nd Shift

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Aircraft Painter to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll apply various finishing materials to aircraft, ensuring high-quality finishes and color matching for repairs. Your expertise in surface preparation and use of specialized tools will be essential in delivering exceptional results. This position not only offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology but also to contribute to the safety and aesthetics of aviation. If you're passionate about aircraft maintenance and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience as an Aircraft Painter.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Apply dope, lacquer, paint, and other finishing materials to aircraft.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by removing foreign substances.
• Match colors for spot or repair jobs.

Skills

Aircraft Painting

Surface Preparation

Color Matching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray Guns

Pressure Pots

Stencil Cutting Machines

Job description

Job Title: Painter A/C & Maint A - 2nd Shift (Job Number: 331840)

Job Responsibilities:

1. Apply dope, lacquer, paint, and other finishing materials to aircraft, equipment, and facilities.
2. Prepare surfaces for painting by removing foreign substances and old or chipped paint.
3. Mask surfaces not to be painted.
4. Apply primers and fillers; rub intermediate coats for smooth, uniform finishes to prevent streaks and blemishes.
5. Match colors for spot or repair jobs; prepare and mix paints to desired colors and consistencies.
6. Polish final coats with wax or polishing compounds.
7. Perform rework as required and execute lettering with stencils.

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Paints, primers, lacquers, enamels, varnishes, and thinners.
• Spray guns, pressure pots, air hoses, rollers, brushes.
• Templates, trammel points, rules, measuring tapes, stencil cutting machines, etc.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years experience as an Aircraft Painter.
• High School diploma or GED required.

EEO Statement:

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Requirements:

This position requires use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident ('Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.