Painter A/C&Maint A - 2nd Shift (ROC)

Cessna Aircraft Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Aircraft Painter to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will apply dope, lacquer, and paint to finish or refinish aircraft, ensuring high-quality results. Your expertise in surface preparation and color matching will be essential in delivering exceptional finishes. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced tools and materials, contributing to the excellence of aircraft aesthetics. If you have a passion for aviation and a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as an Aircraft Painter is required.
• Expertise in applying various finishing materials to aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Apply dope, lacquer, paint, and other materials to aircraft.
• Prepare surfaces and ensure smooth, uniform coatings.

Skills

Aircraft Painting

Color Matching

Surface Preparation

Tools

Spray Guns

Pressure Pots

Air Hoses

Rollers and Brushes

Stencil Cutting Machines

Job description

Job Description - Painter A/C&Maint A - 2nd Shift (ROC) (331259)

Job Number:

331259

Business Name: Bell Helicopter Textron

Function/Program: Customer Support

Work Performed:

Applies dope, lacquer, paint, and other finishing material to finish or refinish aircraft, equipment, and facilities. Prepares surfaces for painting by removing all foreign substances, removes old or chipped paint. Masks surfaces not to be painted. Applies primers and fillers and rubs intermediate coats to assure smooth and uniform coating to avoid streaks and blemishes. Must be able to match colors for spot or repair jobs. May prepare and mix paints to desired colors and consistencies. Polishes final coat with wax or polishing compound. Does rework as required. Performs lettering with stencils.

Tools & Equipment Used:

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

Experience & Other Requirements:

Three years experience as an Aircraft Painter.

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, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons selected 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 (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.