Aircraft Paint Technician

West Star Aviation • Perryville, MO

196d

About The Position

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel. As a Paint Technician you will have the opportunity to help change the ordinary into the extraordinary. Our paint technicians can paint anything from standard stripes and colors to highly detailed art work. If you have a creative edge and a desire for working with your hands, then this is the position for you. This position will be staffed by two painters and cover both Teterboro, NJ and White Plains, NY Service Hubs seven days a week. This position also helps out the maintenance staff when there is no paint work.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ Years in aviation painting operations.
• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal.
• Vo-tech school in paint or on-the-job experience is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivated and flexible.
• Good with working in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in spraying techniques and customizing chemical formulas to overcome environmental challenges and various substrates and environmental conditions.
• Performs duties in compliance with regulations, including FAA, OSHA and EPA.
• Be able to create complete paint prep work including chemical stripping and sanding on various forms of substrates (aluminum, composite, steel, stainless steel, etc.)
• Proficient in tape masking of product and occasionally the use of body filler products and sanding techniques.
• Completes aircraft paint detailing.
• Will travel to offsite locations.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees