Top Coat Painter - 1st shift

Triumph Processing Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with Match

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays + PTO

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies in Everett, WA is seeking an Air Coat Painter to apply protective and cosmetic coatings to aircraft parts and assemblies. You will prepare surfaces, mix coatings, and spray topcoats with precision to meet durability and appearance standards, supporting aircraft performance and longevity.

This role requires at least a high school diploma and 1+ year experience in aircraft painting, with ability to read shop paperwork and follow safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in aircraft painting specific requirements (e.g., certifications, licenses).
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Required to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all employee, supplier, customer, and business-related information and documentation.
• Successful completion of background check and drug test screening.

Responsibilities

• Inspect details and evaluate the painting work required for the part.
• Effectively establish the correct paint for the application as flowed down by shop paperwork.
• Mix paints as specified by supplied directions or Technical Data Sheets.
• Prepare and perform minor sanding to detail surface before applying paint.
• Coat aluminum surfaces with the prescribed epoxy, lacquer, resin, or other material before applying the final color coat.
• Able to effectively manage time and complete all delegated work within the specified time.
• Work in a team and coordinate work functions with fellow workers.
• Able to paint effectively on different surfaces and metals.
• Observe safety regulations and wear protective masks and clothing during spray painting operations.
• Change out of booth filter chromate and solvent contaminated paint booth filters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accuracy

Applied Learning

Communication

Ethical

Goal Oriented

Initiative

Judgment

Reliability

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Compensation Range: $28 – $35.00 per hour (Depending on experience)

Schedule: 1st shift (Monday-Friday 5am-1:30pm)

Job Summary

ATopCoatPainter applies the final protective and cosmetic layer of paint toaircraftparts and assemblies, ensuring they meet strict industry standards for durability, corrosion resistance, and appearance. This role involves carefully preparing surfaces, mixing specialized coatings, and applyingtopcoatswith precision to supportaircraftperformance and longevity. By delivering a high‑quality finish that withstands extreme environmental conditions, atopcoatpainter helpsmaintainsafety, reliability, and the professional presentation of aerospace products.

Responsibilities

• Inspect details and evaluate the painting work required for the part.
• Effectivelyestablishthe correct paint for the application as flowed down by shop paperwork.
• Mix paints as specified by supplied directions or Technical DataSheets.
• Prepare and perform minor sanding to detail surface before applying paint.
• Coat aluminum surfaces with the prescribedepoxy, lacquer, resin, or other material before applying the final color coat.
• Able to effectively manage time and complete all delegated work within the specified time.
• Work in a team and coordinate work functions with fellow workers.
• Able to paint effectively on different surfaces and metals.
• Observe safety regulations and wear protective masks and clothing during spray painting operations.
• Change out of booth filter chromate and solventcontaminatedpaint booth filters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Applied Learning - Ability toparticipatein needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ethical - Ability todemonstrateconduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions ortake actions to solvea problem or reach a goal.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Time Management - Ability toutilizethe available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in aircraft painting specific requirements (e.g., certifications, licenses).
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Required tomaintainstrict confidentialityregardingall employee, supplier, customer, andbusiness-relatedinformation anddocumentation.
• Successful completion of background checkand drug test screening

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, orlift upto 25lbs
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Ability to work at heights or in confined spaces (if applicable)
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or on call as needed
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Constant reaching, grasping and fine manipulation with both hands and arms.
• Constantstanding and moving.
• Occasional bending/squatting.
• Occasional repetitive motion.
• Occasional sitting at a workstation using a computer.

Definitions

• Constant (67-100% of shift)
• Frequent (34-66% of shift)
• Occasional (11-33% of shift)
• Manufacturing/industrial setting with moving machinery and equipment
• Exposure to noise, dust, and chemical odors (monitoredand regulated by EHS)
• Temperature fluctuations based on weather and facility conditions
• PPE required (safety glasses, gloves, aprons, boots, respirator, etc.)

Valence Surface Technologiesoperateswithin the defense industry, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) require that sensitive information and materials related to defense and military technologies may only be accessed, viewed, or shared by individuals who qualify as “U.S. Persons” under federal law.

A “U.S. Person” is defined as a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylee status.

• EmployerPaid Basic Life InsurancePaid Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 3% Employer Match
• Pet Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Program
• 8 Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

EEO

Valence Surface Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Valence Surface Technologiesparticipatesin theE-Verifyprogram to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees whererequired.

Temperatures in the work environment can fluctuate with outside weather conditions. Due to the manufacturing environment, Personal Protection Equipment may be required including safety glasses, goggles, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, and a respirator (provided by Company).

Equal Opportunity Employer
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