Aircraft Painter

KF Aerospace • Kelowna, BC

2d • CA$23 - CA$29 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team of proud Aircraft Painters and use state of the art facilities to complete unique design requests for our customers. Working with the colours, graphics and typographical elements of their brands, you play an exciting role in creating world-class aircraft livery. The Aircraft Painter position is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working with their hands, with a background in construction, manufacturing or automotive industries. The Aircraft Painter is responsible for a range of prep and paint work such as washing, stripping, cleaning, masking, etching, alodining and spraying aircraft and aircraft parts. You will work on a variety of projects ranging from minor paint touch-ups to full aircraft paint jobs. The position is an opportunity to turn your job into a career in the aviation industry, without any formal education required. The role is subject to a 3-year on-the-job training program allowing you to work towards becoming a Certified Aviation Painter, recognized by the Canadian Council of Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA).

Requirements

• Completion of High School
• Must be physically fit and able to work from heights
• Capable of climbing ladders and stairs, working in small spaces
• Able to lift parts up to 50 lbs
• Able to work with chemicals, paint, degreasers, respirations and latex gloves
• Ability to work and communicate well with a team
• A valid Driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Prior paint experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Washing aircraft and aircraft parts
• Stripping aircraft and aircraft parts
• Cleaning aircraft and aircraft parts
• Masking aircraft and aircraft parts
• Etching aircraft and aircraft parts
• Alodining aircraft and aircraft parts
• Spraying aircraft and aircraft parts
• Performing minor paint touch-ups
• Completing full aircraft paint jobs

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Disability, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employee Pension
• Personal Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED